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PREFACE. 



In this historical and statistical review of the commercial and manufacturing 
interests of this section, it has been our purpose in as thorough a manner as was 
possible to justly describe those enterprises which have contributed so largely 
during the last half century to the material advancement of these towns. History I 
plainly shows that many large cities have owed their prosperity and growth 
chiefly to advantages of situation, great influx of foreign people, and similar 
causes. Of the towns in this section it is the genius and efforts of their people 
that have brought the present prosperity. This fact, that the history of these 
towns has practically been made almost entirely by her business men, lends par- 
ticular significance to the close juxtaposition in which the account of her general 

and business intei*ests are here placed. 

MERCANTILE PUBLISHING CO. 



COPYRIGHT. 

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1890. 



{For Contents see last pages. 1 



HISTORICAL ^KKXCH 

OF 

MARLBORO. 



Nearly 250 years have elapsed since the quaintly-worded petition was presented 
which resulted in the granting of the tract of land from which the present town of 
Marlborough was to be formed, and yet between the lines of that petition may be 
found unmistakable proof that human nature is much the same in all ages and 
among all peoples. The petitioners were thirteen prominent citizens of Sudbury 
and evidently believed in the adage " unto him that hath shall be given," for among 
the reasons they give why their prayer should be granted are the following : 

" God hath been pleased to increase our children, which are now divers of them 
grown to man's estate, and wee, many of us, grown into years, so as wee should bee 
glad to see them settled before the Lord take us away from hence, as also God hav- 
ing given us some considerable cattle, so that we are so straightened that we cannot 
80 comfortably subsist as could bee desired ; and some of us having taken some pains 
to view the country, we have found a place which lyeth westward, about eight miles 
from Sudbury, which wee conceive might bee comfortable for our subsistence." 
They asked for a tract eight miles square but were given one about six miles square, 
containing 29,419 acres. This grant was made May 14, 1656, and September 25 of 
the same year the first meeting of the proprietors was held. Their plantation was 
called " Whipsufferage," this odd name being of Indian origin, or rather a corruption 
of the Indian " Whip-suppcricke," the title of an adjacent hill. In November, 1660, 
there were set off and confirmed to their proprietors thirty-eight house-lots, among 
which were one for the minister and one for the smith ; the rest of the land being 
left subject to future grants and being known as "cow commons." The town was 
incorporated May 31, 1660, being named Marlborow in honor of the English town 
of the same name. It is supposed that this title was chosen because some of the 
early settlers came from that town but there is no certainty on this point, although 
it is evident that it could not, like the English Marlborow, be so called on account 
of the abundance of marl in the vicinity. Unfortunately the town records covering 
the first thirty-nine years in its history are missing, and consequently accurate infor- 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF MARLBORO. 



raation of the proceedings of the townspeople during that period is very scarce,, 
what little is known being obtained from outside sources and in a fragmentary con- 
dition. The original Marlborough covered much more ground than the present 
town as from it has been formed Westborough, Northborough, Southborough and 
Hudson. At the time of incorporation the population was 55, at the end of th& 
first decade it had become 210 and remained at that point for another ten years, 
when it began to increase steadily, so that in 1700 it had become 530. A half- 
century later there were 1000 inhabitants, and in 1800 there were 1635, while during 




MAIN ST. MARLBORO L00K/N6 h/E5T . 



the next forty years some 500 more were added. The development of the town's- 
manufactures then began in earnest, and attracted so many to the community that 
from 1850 to 1860 the population was almost doubled, increasing from 2941 to 5910. 
Marlborough is bounded by Hudson and Berlin on the north, by Southborough 
and Northborough on the south, on the west by Berlin and Northborough, and on 
the east by Sudbury and Framingham. The entire township is situated on elevated 
land, and to this fact, taken in conjunction with the purity of the air and the water, 
may i-easonably be ascribed the remarkable showing made by the townspeople a& 
regai'ds health and longevity. The highest point is 650 feet above sea-level, and is 
known as Mount Sligo, the name having formerly been spelled " Slygo," and having 
been applied in derisive remembrance of one who lived there in Revolutionary times 
and was supposed for a long while to have gone to the front as did about every able- 
bodied man in the community. This particular individual, however, thought discre- 
tion the better part of valor, for instead of becoming a soldier, he hid in a cave con- 
nected by an underground passage with his house, only visiting the^latter at night. 
Hence the name, " Sly Go," to indicate the manner of his journeys between the cave 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF MARLBORO. 5 

and the bouse. But the remainder of the townspeople were of quite a different dis- 
position, and from the time when the first faint mutterings of discontent were heard 
<down to the close of the struggle for independence they were not only outspoken in 
their advocacy of resistance but gave freely of their means and risked their lives to 
make such resistance effective. An example of the position they took from the first 
is afforded by the instructions given in September, 1774, to their representative, 
Peter Bent : " Pay no acknowledgment to any unconstitutional and new-fangled 
counsellors, and that you do not give your consent to any act or thing that may be 




MAIN 5T. MARLBORO, LOOHINO tAST. 



construed a tacit acknowledgment to any of the late oppressive, wicked and unjust 
acts of the British Parliament, for altering the government of the Province of Massa- 
chusetts Bay." 

As it gradually became evident that the sword must finally be depended upon 
to cut the knots that statesmanship could not or would not untie, the people of 
Marlborough prepared themselves for the Avorst ; procured fifty-five additional guns 
with bayonets, added to their stores of ammunition, and went actively to work to 
organize and equip a force of militia. A company of minute-men was raised, drilled 
and assured bounty if called upon for active service, and in short, the curt advice : 
"In time of jjeace prepare for war," was followed to the extent of the people's 
means. How earnestly they devoted themselves to the cause is eloquently indicated 
by the fact that April 19, 1775, four companies, numbering 180 men, were put into 
the field at a moment's warning. The population of the town was then but 1800, 
making this a most impressive showing. The minute-men first sent out were absent 
but forty days and had no chance to attain distinction, but they were ready when 
called upon for whatever might ensue and many of them on their return home 
enlisted for longer or shorter periods, some of them enlisting for the full three years' 
term, while others enlisted " during the war." Take it all in all, Marlborough has 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF MARLBORO. 



abundant reason to be proud of her Revolutionary record ; and the same may be 
said of her course during the late Rebellion, for her citizens, no matter what their 
political belief, were a unit in supporting the government and were prompt to make 
that fact known when news of the attack upon Fort Sumter was received. A town 
meeting was at once called at which the citizens tendered " our cordial and united 
support to the government of the United States ; and pledge our lives and our for- 
tunes for whatever service our country may require." The sura of ten thousand 




TOWN HALL, MARLBORO. 



dollars was afterward appropriated for war purposes, and a great deal more was 
subsequently expended in bounties and in many other ways, the total amount put 
out, exclusive of State aid being $51,584.11. Of the 869 men furnished by the 
town that actually engaged in the war, 574 served three years, 91 served one year, 
108 served nine months and 96 served 100 days. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF MARLBORO. 



The first settlers of Marlborough fully appreciated the value of an education, 
but their means were very limited and it was only by a hard struggle that they were 



able to offer even the meagre facilities they did. 




THE "elms." 

system of to-day is worthy of un- 
stinted praise. It is but little more 
than half a century since the manu- 
factures of Marlborough amounted 
to more than enough to supply local 
needs and a volume might be written 
on this topic alone for it is of the 
deepest interest, not only on account 
of the important bearing it has on 
the prosperity of the town, but also 
by reawon of the manner in which 
our industries have been developed 
from very small beginnings. The 
production of boots and shoes is 
now carried on here on an immense 
scale, and present indications are 
that it is destined to be much more 
extensively developed in the future. 
Andrew Boyd was the first one to 
put into practice the making of boots 



For some years there was no reg- 
ular school-house, but in Decem- 
ber, 1698, it was voted to build 
one. More were built from time 
to time, and in \11\ Captain 
Ephraim Brigham left £111 for 
educational purposes ; the inter- 
est of this sum being applied to 
the maintenance of what was 
known as the Brigham School, in 
which was supplemented the work 
of the town schools, the scholars 
being given an opportunity to 
perfect themselves in writing and 
arithmetic. A private academy 
was established in 18?6 and was 
known as Gates Academy, after 
two years, owing to the gift of 
$2000 made by Silas and Abraham 
Gates, father and son. This insti- 
tution was prosperous for a time, 
but it was finally merged into the 
high school in 1849. The school 



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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



and shoes by the " team " or " gang " system, this being introduced in 1836. It 
proved an immediate and permanent success and has since been improved upon until 
it has reached a very high stage of perfection. The sewing machine came into use 
in 1852, and there is now very little hand work, from the time the leather is cut to 
the sending out of the finished shoe. The productions of Marlborough are shipped 
to all parts of the Union and have a standard reputation which ensures a brisk and 
lasting demand for them. The mercantile establishments of the town are on a par 
with those devoted to manufacturing, being unsurpassed in their special lines. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



MARLBORO 



John F. Davey, Practical Machinist, Manu- 
facturer of Davey's Pegging Machines, No. 15 
Florence Street, Marlboro, Mass. — Mr. John F. 
Davey is a native of Canada, and has carried on 
operations in this town for more than a decade, 
having started here in 1878 as a member of the 
firm of Beven & Davey. In 1880 he became sole 
proprietor and remained so until 1882, when the 
firm of Davey & Exley was formed and contin- 
ued the business up to 1884, since which date 
Mr. Davey has carried on operations alone. He 
is a [practical machinist in the full sense of the 
term, for he has had long 
and varied experience in 
the doing of machine work 
in general, and in the 
making and repairing of 
shoe machinery in par- 
ticular. He is the man- 
ufacturer of Davey's Peg- 
ging Machine, and gives 
special attention to the re- 
pairing of pegging and sew- 
ing machines of all kinds; 
a full assortment of dupli- 
cate parts of the New Era, 
Champion and Varney Peg- 
ging Machines being con- 
stantly carried. The shop 
is located at No. 15 Florence 
street, and is 30 x 60 feet 
in dimensions, being well 
THE DAVEY PATENT equipped with improved 
PEGGING MACHINE, tools and appliances which, 
Patented Nov. 5tli 1889. with the aid of from four to 
six skilled assistants, enable the repairing of 
shoe machinery of all kinds to be successfully 
undertaken, the work being done at short notice 
and uniformly moderate charges being made. 




Geo. J. Hobbs, manufacturer of Cutting Dies, 
for Boots, Shoes, Paper Collars, Cuffs, Suspen- 
ders, etc., T. J. Beaudry, manager, Florence 
Street, Marlboro, Mass. — This firm was originally 
established by S. K. Taylor about thirty years 
ago, and after several changes, came into the 
possession of Hobbs & Mellen in 1875. Mr. 
Hobbs succeeding the above firm in 1879, with 
T. J. Beaudry as manager. After carrying on 
the business successfully for a period of ten 
years Mr. Hobbs became deceased. He was a 
native of Sturbridge, Mass., and was highly 
esteemed by all who knew him. The business 
is being continued by T. J. Beaudry, who has 
ably managed it since 1879. His shop is located 
on Florence street, and is fitted up with all nec- 
essary machinery, etc., to admit of the filling of 
all orders at short notice. Only first class work- 
men are employed and no pains is spared to keep 
up the reputation which this concern long ago 
established. His productions are used in many 
prominent New England factories, and his facili- 
ties for giving prompt attention to every order 
have much to do with the magnitude of his trade, 
for " time is money" in all branches of business, 
but particularly in that followed by the manu- 
facturer, who therefore especially appreciates the 
advantages of having commissions executed with- 
out delay. The prices quoted are also entirely 
satisfactory, for, owing to the perfection of the 
equipment and the care taken to exercise econ- 
omy in every detail of manufacture, he is in a 
position to sell as low as the lowest, that is to 
say, of course, the merits of the goods offered 
being equal. Employment is afforded to several 
competent assistants, and close personal at- 
tention is given to every department of the 
business. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



CHARLES F. HOLYOKE, 

INSURANCE AGENCY, 

142 Main Street, - - Marlboro, Mass 



CONNECTICUT, 



Of Hartford. 
Of Hartford. 



FIREMAN'S FUND, - Of Saa Francisco. 
GERMAN AMERICAN, - Of New York. 

HANOVER, - Of New York. 

HARTFORD, - - Of Hartford. 

HOME, . - . Of New York. 

INSURANCE CO. OF NO. AMERICA, 

Of Philadelphia. 
LIVERPOOL AND LONDON AND GLOBE, 
MERCHANTS, - - Of Newark. 

NATIONAL. - - Of Hartford. 

NIAGARA, - - Of New York. 

ORIENT, - - - Of Hartford. 

PHENIX, - - - Of Brooklyn. 

QUEEN, - - - Of England. 

SPRINGFIELD, - - Of Springfield. 



Frank & Duston, manufacturei'S of Paper 
Boxes of all kinds. Successors to the Marlboro 
Paper Box Co. (A. R. Frank, Arthur G. Duston.) 
Marlboro, IMass. — Considering the comparatively 
few years which paper boxes have been on the 
market, the present demand for them must be 
characterized as phenomenal, for so great is this 
demand that due appreciation of it is practically 
impossible, from the fact that the figures relating 
to it are too large to be comprehended by the 
mind. Paper boxes are u.sed in almost all kinds 
of business, but they are particularly popular 
among tliose engaged in the shoe trade, and 
some idea of the number devoted to this purpose 
may be gained from the fact that a single con- 
cern in this town — that of Frank & Duston — 
operates a factory having a capacity to turn out 
15,000 shoe boxes per day. This firin manufac- 
ture all kinds of paper boxes, but make a spe- 
cial tj'^ of shoe boxes. This business was founded 
in 1885 by the Marlboro Paper Box Company, 
and passed under the control of the present pro- 
prietors in 1889. Mr. A. R. Frank was manager 
of the company for some years and is thoroughly 
familiar with the business in every detail. He is 
a native of Poland, Maine, and is associated 
with another Maine man, Mr. Arthur G. Duston, 
this gentleman having been born in Auburn. 
The firm utilize a four-story factory at the cor- 
ner of High and Exchange streets, which is 
equipped with the latest improved machinery, 
driven by a 20-horse power engine. Employ- 
ment is given to seventy assistants and the 
largest orders can be filled at .short notice, while 
no firm is prepared to quote lower prices on 
equally desirable goods. 




Edward L. Tucker, manufacturer of and 
dealer in Harness, Trunks, Whips, Bags, Robes, 
etc, etc. Repairing, Oiling and Cleaning 
promptly attended to. 84 Main Street, Marlboro, 
Mass. — It is difficult to properly estimate the 
amount of strain which any harness may be • 
called upon to bear, for a fairly stout horse can 
for a moment or two pull with several times the 
force he exercises under ordinary circumstances, 
and when a pair of willing animals trained to 
work together, throw their whole weight on the 
harness in trying to start a heavy load on a hill 
or elsewhere, it puts leather and workmanship to 
a severe test, especially if the harness be not a 
new one. Accidents from the breakage of har- 
ness, etc., are too common not to excite remark, 
and experienced drivers take good care to pro- 
cure everything in this line from sources they 
can depend upon. Some excellent harness is 
made and sold in Marlboro, and it would be both 
foolish and untrue to .say that any one manufac- 
turer had a monopoly of producing dependable 
goods, but it is generally conceded that those 
made and sold by Mr. Edward L. Tucker at No. 
84 Main street, Marlboro, are thoroughly reliable 
and will bear tlie severest examination and com- 
parison. This enterprise was started in 1878 by 
Cheney & Coulter who were succeeded in 1881 
by Mr. D. Coulter, and he in 1887 by the present 
proprietor. Mr. Tucker is a native of Skow- 
hegan, Maine, and has given a good deal of atten- 
tion to the business. He manufiictures and deals 
at retail in harnesses of all kinds, also trunks, 
bags, whips, robes, etc., etc., all work being 
promptly executed and the prices quoted on both 
goods and work being as low as is consistent 
with the quality thereof. 



Albert E. Rowles, successor to George H. 
Adams, dealer in Provisions and Groceries, Teas 
and Coffees, Spices, Canned Fruits, Pickles, etc., 
Winthrop Street, near Lincoln, Marlboro, ]\Iass. 
— One of the best known and popular establish- 
ments in ^Marlboro is that conducted by Mr. 
Albert E. Rowles, on Winthrop street, near 
Lincoln, and we believe that there is not another 
in the entire town that can excel it in its special 
line. It was established originally by IMr. Geo. 
H. Adams, who was succeeded by Messrs. Rowles 
& Whitman in 1885, and in 1887 Mr. Rowles 
assumed the entire control of the business. The 
stock carried is made up of provisions, meat and 
groceries of all kinds, a specialty being made of 
teas and coffees, spices, canned fruits, pickles, 
etc. The premises occupied are of the dimen- 
sions of 30x40 feet, and the stock carried is a 
most varied and extensive one. The show win- 
dows are full of choice food supplies of all kinds, 



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and in fact everything in the line of provisions 
and groceries are to be found here at tbe proper 
seasons, and are offered at prices considerably 
belovir those quoted at stores that make much 
greater pretensions, but actually supply no better 
articles. The entire stock handled is conceded 
to be of superior quality, and the extensive retail 
business done is of itself enough to show the 
estimation in which the goods are held. The 
very lowest market rates are always obtainable 
here, and the employment of efficient assistants 
guarantees that prompt and polite attention will 
be given to every customer. This is a represen- 
tative store and fully deserves its popularity. 
Mr. Rowles is a native of England, and is well 
known and highly esteemed in Marlboro as an 
enterprising and reliable business man. 

W. P. Dorr, Practical Wood Turner, Florence 
Street, Marlboro, Mass. — Wood-working is exten- 
sively carried on in Marlboro and vicinity, and 
there are many excellently equipped establish- 
ments devoted to this line of industry but not 
one of them has a higher reputation in its own 
special line than that conducted by Mr. W. P. 
Dorr, on Florence street. Mr. Dorr is a native 
of Biicksport, Maine, and is a practical wood- 
turner of wide and varied experience. His shop 
is fitted up with improved machinery and every 
facility is at hand to admit of scroll and jig saw- 
ing of all kinds being done at very short notice 
and in a uniformly satisfactory manner. Brack- 
ets of all kinds are made to order at moderate 
rates, and large and small commissions are given 
equally careful attention. Mr. Dorr makes a 
specialty of the designing and turning of piazza 
coluiuns, and has originated many tasteful and 
attractive styles. Those who contemplate build- 
ing and who wish their houses to have some 
individuality, should communicate with Mr. 
Dorr, for it is only by careful attention to details 
that individuality is to be attained, and no 
details are more prominent than are piazza col- 
umns, so that taste and skill shown in their 
designing will do much to heighten the effect 
conveyed by the entire house. 

Anselme Sansoucy, Cigar Manufacturer and 
Importer, Marlboro, Mass. — There is no question 
but that there is more of a demand for high-grade 
cigars than was formerly the case, and retailers 
who appreciate this fact and act accordingly, are 
the ones who stand the best chance of building 
up and retaining a desirable class of trade. 
Of course, there are some grades so high in price 
that none but the rich can afford them, but we 
do not refer to these, but rather to brands that 
can be retailed at a reasonable figure and still are 
far superior to the average cheap cigar. Mr. 
Anselme Sansoucy makes a specialty of snch 
goods, and is prepared to supply them at whole- 
sale in any desired quantity at short notice. 
He manufactures and imports many different 
grades, and quotes the lowest market rates on 
every order. Mr. Sansoucy was born in Canada, 
and began business in Marlboro in 1886. He has 
gained a high reputation among the trade for 
straightforward and enterprising business meth- 
ods and his patronage is consequently steadily 
and rapidly increasing. Employment is given 
to fi^e efficient assistants, and orders by mail are 
assured immediate and painstaking attention. 



E. P. Howe, Machinist and Shoe Tool Manu- 
facturer, Small Machinery of all kinds a Spe- 
cialty, Marlboro. — Mr. E. P. Howe is a native of 
Marlboro, and has been in business here alto- 
gether about two years, having previously been 
located in Northboro. He is a machinist and, 
shoe tool manufacturer, and has had about seven- 
teen years' experience in that line of work, 
having carried on operations in Northboro for 
about fifteen years. His present shop is located 
on Florence street, and is fitted up with the most 
improved tools and other facilities, enabling all 
orders to be filled at short notice and in fir.<t-class 
style. Particular attention is given to the mak- 
ing of shoe tools to order, and the results attained 
are sure to prove entirely satisfactoiy to the most 
critical. Machinery repairing of all kinds is 
given prompt and painstaking attention, the 
work being done in a neat and durable manner 
and no fancy charges being made. Practical 
experience is the only thing that will fit a man 
to successfully undertake the carrying out of 
orders of this kind, and the reputation Mr. 
Howe has won is the natural result of his long 
and varied training and his efforts to fully satisfy 
every reasonable customer. A specialty is made 
of small machinery of all kinds, and low prices 
are quoted in every department of the business. 

Boynton & Co. (successors to J. G. Stetson «fe 
Co.), dealers in Dry and Fancj^ Goods, Ladies' 
and Gents' Furnishings, Worsteds, Trimmings 
and Small Wares, 168 and 170 Fairmount Block, 
Marlboro, Mass. — It is doubtless perfectly fair to- 
say that there is not a concern in town more 
favorably known to the fair sex than that of 
Messrs. Boynton & Co., for this firm deal in 
goods that are of special interest to the ladies, 
and quote prices that make their store a favorite 
resort with the most discriminating buyers. 
The business was founded a number of years- 
ago by Messrs. Wilson & Howe, who were suc- 
ceeded by Messrs. Howe & Stetson; this firm. 
giving place to Messrs. J. G. Stetson & Co., and 
the present proprietors assuming control in 1886. 
Messrs. J. Farley Boynton, and George F. Boyn- 
ton are both natives of Brookline, Mass., and the 
firm have another establishment in that beautiful 
town, this being under the direct management of 
the junior partner, while Mr. J. Farley Boynton 
has control of the Marlboro store. The prem- 
ises utilized in this town, have an area of 200O 
square feet, and are located at Nos. 168 and 170 
Fairmount Block. They contain a very heavy 
and varied stock of foreign and domestic dry 
and fancy goods, ladies' and gents' furnishinga 
worsteds, trimmings and small wares, and the 
assortment is so complete that it is safe to say all 
tastes and purses can be suited. Employment is 
given to seven efficient and polite assistants, and 
customers are assured immediate and careful 
■ attention, while it may not be out of place to. 
state that every article — cheap or costly — is sold 
strictly on its merits and is guaranteed to prove 
precisely as represented in every respect. 

Miss Mary Maguire, ]\Iillinery, 45 Mechanic 
Street, opposite the Bank, Marlboro, Mass. — 
Ladies are very apt to scorn the advice of a mere 
man (and perhaps not without reason), concern- 
ing matters of dress and personal adornment^ 
aiicl therefore we will not be so rash as to ask. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MABLBORO. 



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them on our recommendaliou to patronize the 
establishment conducted by Miss ]\lury Maguiie, 
located at No. 45 ^Mechanic street, but we may 
be permitted to say that many of the best- known 
ladies of ^Marlboro and vicinity speak in the 
higliest terms of the faciUties afforded at the 
store in question, and indeed it seems as though 
no person of taste could inspect what Miss 
Maguire has to offer without becoming convinced 
of her fitness for the management of such an 
enterprise. Operations were commenced in 1873 
by Jlrs. G. W. Holt, she being succeeded by 
]\Iiss ]\Iaguire in 1889. The premises measure 
24x36 feet and contain a line selection of milli- 
nery and millinery goods, and the most fastid- 
ious purchaser can scarcely fail to find something 
perfectly suited to her wants. Miss ]Maguire is 
always ready to give such advice as her taste 
and extended experience may suggest should 
such aid be desired. She is a native of Marlboro 
and has gained many friends and patrons 
throughout this community, as the work done at 
her establishment is not only beautiful but dura- 
ble as well, and the prices are remarkably low, 
when the quality of the service rendered is con- 
sidered. 

People's National Bank, 121 Main Street, 
Marlboro, Mass. — First class banking facilities 
cannot help making a manufacturing community 
more prosperous tlian would otiierwise be possi- 
ble, and every year makes such facilities more 
absolutely indispensable to any community that 
would attain a prominent and leading position. 
It is difficult to understand how those who affect 
to believe that a national bank can be of no pro- 
nounced service in the advancement of manu- 
facturing and mercantile interests, can reconcile 
that belief with the logic of facts for abundant 
instances can be pointed cmt where the establish- 
ment of such an institution has greatly stimu- 
lated local enterprises and has been the source of 
pronounced and permanent prosperity. Nor is 
it necessary to go far away from home to find a 
case in point, as no more typical one could be 
wished than that afforded by the success which 
has attended the operations of the People's 
National Bank, since the incorporation of that 
institution in 1878. The name of this bank is an 
imusually appropriate one in view of the methods 
wlii^h have thus far characterized the manage- 
ment of the undertaking, for we think all well 
informed and unprejudiced readers will agrte 
that the institution has been and is run in the 
interests of the whole people, and not for the 
advancement of the fortunes of any clique. 
Indeed, the names of those who have the bank 
in charge would of ihemFelves go far to make this 
seem tlie only course which could reasonably be 
predicted, for the People's National Bank is in 
the hands of representative citizens who have 
shown in many ways that they have the best 
interests of tiie entire community at heart. Tiie 
bank has a capital of $100,000 and its financial 
condition is beyond criticism. Drafts issued by 
this institution are payable in parts of America 
and Great Britain, and collections will be made 
in all parts of the United States, all commissions 
being carefully and promptly executed. The 
premises occupied are located in Temple Block, 
No. 121 Main street, and are conveniently fitted 
up, so that the extensive business done is trans- 



acted with very little delay — a point which is 
appreciated by those to whom " time is money."' 
The following is a list of officers and directors: 

President, D. W. Hitchcock. 

Vice-president, John O'Connell. 

Cashier, John L. Stone. 

Directors, D. W. Hitchcock, John O'Connell, 
John L. Stone, S. N. Aldrich, L. S. Brigiiam, 
A. C. Weeks, B. F. Greeley, S. H. Howe, W. 
M. Warren, Abel Howe, C. B. Greenwood, L. 
P. Howe, Emerson Stone. 

Brigham & Eager, dealers in Watches, Clocks 
and Jewelry, Marlboro, Mass. — An establishment 
which residents of this vicinity have learned to 
patronize whenever possible is that conducted by 
Messrs. Brigham & Eager, and tlie reasons for 
this preference are not hard to give after an 
inspection of the goods offered, and a comparison 
of the prices asked, with those in force at other 
stores. The inception of this undertaking was 
in 1857, under the name of L. S. Brigham, and 
so continued until 1883, when the present part- 
nership was formed, and the firm name became 
as at present, Brigham & Eager. The experience 
gained and the favorable relations established by 
the proprietors since that time have put them in 
a position to meet all competition, and to guar- 
antee that their inducements are unsurpassed 
and in most cases unequalled elsewhere. ]\Ir. 
L. S. Brigham is a native of Francistown, N. H., 
and Mr. II. W. Eager of Northboro, ]\Iass., and 
are too well known and highly esteemed in this 
vicinity to require extended personal mention. 
The premises utilized are of the dimensions of 
22x35 feet, and are fully stocked with an 
extremely varied assortment of watches, clocks 
and jewelry of all descriptions. Also pianos are 
dealt in, and competent assistants are at hand to 
extend polite and prompt attention to every cus- 
tomer. Those in need of a watch that will be 
something more than an ornament should give 
this establishment a call, for the productions of 
all the leading makers are kept in stock and caa 
be furnished at a very fair price, that will give 
perfect satisfaction in every respect. All goods 
are warranted to prove as represented and sold 
at bottom prices. 

H. R. W. Este, dealer in Milk, Butter, Skim- 
milk and Cream, 2 Main Street and 1 Maple 
Street, Marlboro, Mass. — The question of where 
pure, fresh milk can be obtained at a reasonable 
price is one of the first imi)()rtance to every fam- 
ily, for inferior milk is neither palatable nor 
healthful, and it is far better to go without alto- 
gether than use that which is not first class. 
Happily there is no need of the residents of 
j\Iarlboro and vicinity having to do without 
" nature's food," for one of the most extensive 
dealers in milk in tliis section carries on opera- 
tions here at No. 2 Main street and No. 1 Ma|)le 
street, and is prepared to supply milk and cream 
of standard quality in quantities to suit, doing 
both a wholesale and retail business and quoting 
the lowest market rates at all times. We refer 
to ]Mr. H. II. W. Este, who is a native of South- 
boro, and began business here in 1.S80. Mr. Este 
also deals largely in butter, and offers grades 
that cannot fail to suit even the most fastidious. 
He employs three assistants, and customers are 
sure of receiving prompt and polite attention. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



Noah Willard, Boarding, Sale, Feed, Hack 
and Livery Stable, 68 Main Street, Marlboro, 
Mass. — Mr. Noah Willard has had considerable 
experience in the livery business, for he has been 
•engaged in this line of industry here in Marlboro 
since 1878 having succeeded Mr. Joseph Rock at 
that date, and since 1881 has been located at No. 
<68 Main street. His familiarity with what the 
public want in the line of livery service enables 
him to cater very successfully to all wishing to 
hire a team for business or pleasure purposes, 
and the pleasant associations which so many vis- 
itors to Marlboro have in connection with their 
stay here, are largely due in a number of cases 
to the excellent facilities afforded them by Mr. 
Willard to view the town and its surroundings. 
His teams are first class in every respect, the 
horses being speedy and willing roadsters, while 
the vehicles are modern in style and easy and 
comfortable to ride in. Orders can be filled at 
very short notice and at rates which are very 
reasonable considering the superior accommoda- 
tions provided. The premises utilized are as fol- 
lows : the carriage room (lower floor) is 40 X 75 
feet in size, the upper floor being 40 X 50 feet, 
"while the middle or second floor which is used 
for hay and grain is 40x75 feet. The new stable 
which is three stories, contains forty stalls, and 
every facility is at hand for the maintenance not 
only of a first class livery service, but also for 
the carrying on of the boarding, sale and feed 
business. Barges for picnics and parties will be 
supplied at moderate rates. j\Ir. Willard is a 
native of Richford, Vt., and is very generally 
known throughout this section of IVIassachusetts. 
He deals in baled hay and straw, also attends to 
horse clipping which is neatly done, and is also 
the manufacturer of the "Favorite Condition 
Powders," liniments, etc., for horses, cattle, 
sheep and hogs, etc. We take pleasure in mak- 
ing favorable mention of IVIr. Willard's establish- 
ment, for it is unquestionably of benefit to the 
•community and is carried on in a liberal manner 
that is deserving of unreserved commendation. 
Mr. Willard, in addition to the above business 
also deals extensively in grain. Sales amounting 
to about 250 bushels a week. 

E. J. Elliott, Contractor and Builder ; care and 
sale of Real Estate a Specialty, and also a dealer 
in Real Estate. Residence 99 Lincoln Street, 
Marlboro, Mass. — Mr. E. J. Elliott is a native 
of Boscarven, N. H., and has carried on opera- 
tions in Marlboro since 1882. He has come to 
be regarded as an authority on local real estate, 
for he makes the care and sale of such property 
a specialty, and is thoroughly well informed 
^concerning it. Those wishing to buy or sell 
anything in this line would do well to give Mr. 
Elliott a call and thereby save themselves time 
and trouble, while non-resident owners or otliers 
who are not in a position to give their real estate 
the attention it requires, will find him prepared 
to assume the care of the same at a moderate 
•charge, and may safely depend upon having 
their interests carefully and intelligently pro- 
tected. Mr. Elliott is also a contractor and 
builder. He is prepared to furnish estimates at 
short notice on any kind of wooden buildings. 
Any one in want of a house will do well to call 
on Mr. Elliott as he sells them on easy terms of 
payment and at moderate prices. His residence 
is at No. 99 Lincoln street. 



W. O. Blake & Co , Clothing, Gents' Furnish- 
ings, Hats and Caps, Trunks, Bags and Umbrellas, 
164 Main Street, Marlboro. — The purchasing 
public are more interested in the fact of a thing 
being so, than in the reasons wh}^ it is so; or in 
other words, are content to remain in ignorance 
of how a certain dealer can offer special induce- 
ments as long as they are satisfied that the 
inducements are genuine. Still, it is alwaj'^s 
worth while to inquire into the reason of things, 
and some of the many who appreciate the various 
bargains ofl'ered by Messrs. W. C. Blake & Co., 
in the line of clothing, etc., maybe curious to 
know " how the thing is done." Well, there are 
many factors to be considered if the matter is to 
be thoroughljf understood, but briefly stated, the 
explanation is simply this: Long experience, 
careful buying, enterprising methods, and very 
extensive trade. Mr. Blake maintains similar 
establishments at Providence, R. L, Middletown, 
Conn., also one in Meriden, Conn., and, as may 
well be imagined, disposes of an immense quan- 
tity of clothing in tbe course of a year. He is a 
native of Mil ford, Mass., and began operations 
in Marlboro in 1876, having Mr. W. H. Gile for 
a partner until 1881, since which date Mr. Blake 
has been sole proprietor, no change, however, 
being made in the firm name. The premises 
utilized are located at No 164 Main street, and 
are of the dimensions of 23 X 80 feet. A very 
large and desirable stock of clothing, gentlemen's 
furnishings, hats and caps, trunks, bags, canes 
and umbrellas and other articles is constantly 
carried, and the very latest fashionable novelties 
are fully represented in it. As for the prices 
quoted. They are in every instance as low as the 
lowest, quality considered, and the buyer knows 
that he is getting just what he pays for, every 
time Employment is given to six efficient 
assistants, and Cidlers are waited upon promptly, 
politely and carefully. 

Orient Tea Company, E. F. Pond, Proprietor, 
157 Main Street, JNIarlboro, Mass. — There is an 
old story to the effect that a college professor, 
after exhaustive calculations, decided that his 
body was lighter than water and consequently 
should float, and to prove his theory correct he 
jumped overboard in deep water, and, being 
no swimmer, was drowned, as despite his theory 
his body was obstinate enough to sink. We are 
reminded of this story by the course of those 
who, having formed a theory that a tea store 
cannot give presents to customers and sell supe- 
rior goods at bottom prices, refuse to patronize 
such establishments and are satisfied to buy teas 
and coffees elsewhere, the result being inferior 
goods and no presents at all. Theory is all very 
well but practice tells the story, and it is only 
necessary to deal awhile at the Orient Tea Store, 
No. 157 Main street, in order to establish the 
facts that the quality of the goods there sold is 
unsurpassed, the prices are low as the lowest, 
and beautiful and useful presents, consisting of 
tea sets, dinner sets, etc., are given to every pur- 
chaser of teas and coffees. The present propri- 
etor of this popular establishment, Mr. E. F. 
Pond, is a native of Foxboro, Mass., and 
assumed possession in 1886. He carries a very 
large stock at all times, employs two assistants, 
and spares no pains to ensure prompt and cour- 
teous attention and entire satisfaction to every 
customer. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



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C. S. Thompson, Bookseller and Stationer, 
dealer in Newspapers, Periodicals and Fancy 
Goods, 109 3Iain Street, Lawrence Block, Marl- 
boro, Mass. — The establishment conducted by 
Mr. C. S. Thompson, at Xo. lt)'J Main street, 
Lawrence Block, is deservedly popular with the 
purchasing public, for the stock it contains is 
always complete and attractive and the prices 
quoted are in accordance with the lowest market 
rates. The premises measure 28x42 feet and 
the assortment offered comprises books, station- 
er}-, newspapers, periodicals and fancy szoods. 
]\Ir. Thompson is a native of Holliston, Mass. , 
and succeeded Mr. BarUer in April, 1889. He is 
agent for the Boston daily papers and is prepared 
to receive subscriptions for all the leading peri- 
odicals at publishers' rates. The latest popular 
novels, etc , are placed on sale immediately after 
publication, and books not in stock will be 
obtained at short notice without extra charge. 
The latest novelties in stationery are to be had 
here at bottom prices, as well as gold pens and 
pencils of the best quality, and writing materials 
in general. Prompt and courteous attention is 
assured to every customer, goods being cheer- 
fully shown and no trouble being spared to 
ensure complete satisfaction to all. Mr. Thomp- 
son's specialty is blank books, ready made and 
to order, his increasing business in this line 
abundantly testifies to his well-earned reputation. 

Henry K. W. Andrews, Contractor and 
Builder of all kinds of Wooden and Brick Build- 
ings. Shop, Florence Street, over Bo.x Shop. 
Residence, Elm Street, Marlboro, Mass. — It is 
not an infrequent thing to hear those who have 
built their own houses warn their friends not to 
do so themselves, but rather to buy a house 
"ready-made," and thus avoid the annoyances 
and anxieties incidental to building. When 
such warning is given, it is almost invariably 
the result of dealing with incompetent or irre- 
sponsible builders, for those who have had their 
houses erected by men who know their business 
and make a practice of carrying out their agree- 
ments, are given no reason to regret the course 
they have taken. A little care taken in the 
placing of orders to begin with will save much 
subsequent trouble, and it should not be difficult 
to place orders for building satisfactorily in this 
vicinity, for there are various entirely competent 
and reliable contractors and builders here located, 
prominent among which is Mr. Henry K. W. 
Andrews, whose shop is on Florence street, over 
the box shop. Mr. Andrews was born in Marl- 
boro, served in the army during the Rebellion, 
and has been in his present business for more 
than a score of years, during which time he has 
built up a very high reputation for prompt atten- 
tion to orders and the doing of first-class work. 
He is prepared to undertake the erection of all 
kinds of wooden and brick buildings, and to fig- 
ure very closely on all plans submitted. 
Employment is given to from thirty-five to 
fifty assistants and all orders are assured 
prompt and careful attention. Mr. Andrews 
guarantees first-class work and gives close per- 
sonal supervision to his business, sparing no 
pains to maintain the enviable reputation so long 
enjoyed. This firm are quite extensive contract- 
ors for factories and other large buildings, having 
built many of this character in the past few years. 



Ellis Manufacturing Company, Sole Propri- 
etors Acme Filter, 2 Fainnount Street, Marlboro, 
^Liss.— No arguments are required to show^ the 
advantages of using pure water, and as practi- 
cally no water drawn from pipes will even 
approach purity unless it be filtered, it follows 
that a filter of some sort is a necessity in every 
family using such water. To be adapted to- 
popular use a filter must be simple and strong in 
construction, efficient in design, and low in 
price, and the Acme Filter so thoroughly " fills 
the bill," in every respect that its unrivalled 
popularit}' with all classes is not to be wondered 
at in the leai^t. Tliis filter is endorsed by well- 
known parties m every section where it has beea 
introduced, and only needs a fair trial to demon- 
strate its superiority beyond the shadow of a 
doubt. It is manufactured by the Ellis ilanu- 
facturing Company, who carry on operations at 
No. 166 ^Main street, and No. 2 Fairmount street, 
Marlboro, Mass. The proprietors liave unre- 
served confidence in the "Acme," and invite 
comparison with any competitor, claiming supe- 
riority in simplicity, durability and perfect exe- 
cution. Every filter is warranted to be free from 
imperfections, and the proprietors agree to make 
good, any time within a year, an}- defect not 
caused by use, misuse or accident. In fact, the 
Acme is made for service, and not merely to 
sell, and this is just where it differs from two- 
thirds of the fillers with which the market is 
flooded. The company will promptly send an 
illustrated circular giving full information on 
application, and will send sample filter to any 
addre-ss upon receipt of price, $1.50. A bib, to 
attach the filter to plain faucet, will be sent for 
35 cents extra. Pure water is certainly worth 
some little trouble to get, and when it is assured 
at a merely nominal expense, it is difficult to see 
how anyone can be satisfied to go without it. 

E. P. Richardson, Photographer, 193 Main 
Street, Marlboro, Mass. — Since the time that the 
great French artist discovered the art of daguer- 
reotyping, photography has been making rapid 
and continual advances until to-day it occupies a 
position of commanding influence. The photo- 
graphic studio now conducted by Mr. E. P. 
Richardson, at No. 193 Main street, was estab- 
lished in 1868 by his father, Mr. J. C. Richard- 
son, who continued the business until his death, 
which occurred in 1882, and the popularity and 
success which has attended Mr. E. P. Richard- 
son's subsequent progress, speak most conclu- 
sively for his skill as an artist, and the good 
taste of the people of Marlboro. Mr. Richardson 
occupies a fine studio at the above address, where 
he is prepared to offer his patrons the most satis- 
factory work in all branches of fine photography. 
Old pictures are copied and enlarged and all 
kinds of crayon work done at all prices, ranging 
from |5.00 to :S50.00, in the most approved styles, 
also all size portraits finished in oil colors. 
Special attention is given to bromides in which 
he has attained unexcelled success. An exami- 
nation of his work, and the testimony of liis 
large circle of patrons will confirm all he claims 
for his talents and workmanship. Mr. Richard- 
son is a native of Ashburnham, ^lass. He 
served four years in the armj' during our late 
Civil war, and has made many friends in our 
midst by his courtesy and skill as an artist. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 




Levi Taylor, dealer in Carriages, Sleighs and 
Harnesses, a full line of Robes constantly on 
hand. Horse Shoeing, Jobbing and Carriage 
Repairing done promptly at reasonable prices, 
Mechanic Square, Marlboro.— Mr. Levi Taylor 
has had an experience of more than thirty years 
in his present line of business, and this being the 
case, it is not necessary to bring forward proofs 
that he is thoroughly acquainted with it in every 
detail. He is a native of Stowe, Mass. , and 
served three years in the army, establishing him- 
self in Marlboro in 1869. The premises occupied 
are located in Mechanic square, and comprise a 
two story building, measuring 25x50 feet, and a 
one-story ell, of the dimensions of 25x40 feet. 
They are fitted up with all necessary facilities 
for the carrying on of a general jobbing, horse- 
shoeing and carriage repaiiing business, and the 
employment of two competent assistants enables 
all orders to be filled at short notice. Mr. Taylor 
has for more than a score of years done his best 
to satisfy his customers, and may safely depend 
on the reputation he has won to assure him con- 
tinued and generous patronage. Strength, neat- 
ness and durability are the characteristics of the 
work turned out here, and the prices are as low 
as can be named in connection with the attain- 
ment of the best possible results. Mr. Taylor 
■deals in carriages, sleighs and harnesses, and car- 
ries a full line of robes at all times. Every article 
is sold under a guarantee that it will prove as 
represented, and the prices quoted will bear the 
strictest examination and comparison. 

R. O. Clark, D. D. S., Surgeon Dentist, 156 

Main Street, Marlboro, Mass. — It will undoubt- 
•edly be some years before the old characteriza- 
tion of the United States as "a nation of dj'spep- 
tics " will cease to have any foundation in fact, 
for the customs of a people are not to be revolu- 
tionized in a day, and the effects of those customs 
are sure to be noticeable for some time after the 
causes are removed, but it is unquestionably a 
fact that Americans live more healthfully to-day 
than ever before ; being more careful of their 
diet, and paying more attention to the laws of 
hygiene in every way. Whether badly-chosen 
and improperly cooked food is responsible for 
the generally defective teeth of residents of this 
■country or not, is an open question, but it is 
generally agreed that the connection between 
dyspepsia and defective teeth is much more close 
than was once thought possible. Even badly 
■cooked food is robbed of much of its ill effects 
by thorough mastication, but proper mastication 
■with defective teeth is practically impossible, 
and right here we have the explanation of the 



stubbornness with which indigestion resists med- 
ical treatment, for most confirmed dyspeptics 
have very poor teeth ; poor teeth result in poor 
preparation of the food, and, the cause being 
continued, the effect is likewise continuous. 
The remedy is simple and obvious. Visit a 
competent dentist, have the teeth put in effective 
condition, use them and treat them as they 
■should be used and treated, and the results 
ittained cannot fail to be gratifying and perma- 
nent. There are so many excellent dentists 
practising in this vicinity that there need be no 
trouble in securing expert advice and treatment, 
and among them there is not one having a higher 
and more fully deserved reputation for skillful, 
gentle and thorough work than R. O. Clark, 
D. D. S., whose rooms are at No. 156 Main 
street. Dr. Clark is a native of North Wey- 
mouth, Mass., and is a graduate of the Boston 
Dental College. He has practiced his profession 
in M)irlboro since 1881, having at that time suc- 
ceeded S. J. Shaw, who had been located in 
this town for a quarter of a century. Dr. Clark 
has the latest improved tools, appliances and 
other facilities at his command, and is excellently 
well prepared to carry on dentistry in accordance 
with the most approved methods. His charges 
are uniformly moderate, and his work is fully 
warranted to give the best of satisfaction. 



Henry Gates, wholesale and retail dealer in all 
kinds of Ladders, Step- Ladders, Trestles, Win- 
dow Jacks, Revolving Clothes Dryers, Clothes 
Horses, Bo3^s' Clipper Sleds, Snow Shovels, Car- 
riage Jacks, Adjustable Ladder Hooks, Lawn 
Settees, and Basket and Reed Chairs, No. 47 
Main Street, Marlboro, Mass. — A ladder is one 
of the most simple and at the same time one of 
the most useful of contrivances, and as good 
material as well as good workmanship must 
enter into the construction of a ladder that shall 
combine lightness and strength in the proper 
degree, it is well to place orders with a thor- 
oughly reputable dealer, and no one more deserv- 
ing of such description can l)e mentioned than 
Mr. Henry Gates, doing business at No. 47 Main 
street. Another advantage in dealing with this 
gentleman lies in the fact that he is prepared to 
quote bottom prices, for he does an extensive 
wholesale and retail business, and enjoys the 
most favorable relations with manufacturers. 
Mr. Gates was born in Nova Scotia, and had 
eight years' experience in his present line of 
business in Providence before beginning opera- 
tions here in 1886. He does not confine himself 
to handling ladders and step-ladders by any 
means, but also deals largely in trestles, window 
jacks, revolving clothes dryers, clothes horses, 
boys' clipper sleds, snow shovels, carriage jacks, 
adjustable ladder hooks, lawn settees, basket and 
reed chairs, etc. A large stock is carried, and 
callers are assured prompt and polite attention, 
while the lowest market rates are quoted on all 
the articles handled. Mr. Gates has also recently 
taken the agency for Suffolk, Middlesex and 
Plymouth counties for the (/'ombination Steam 
Cooker and Baking Pan, which is acknowledged 
to be the best steam cooker and baking pan that 
has ever been placed on the market. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



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C. F. Weeks, manufacturer of Fine Carriages 
and Wagons of every description, also Harnesses. 
Corner of Main and Lincoln Streets, Middlesex 
Square, Marlboro, Mass. — An establishment of 
special interest to horse owners is that carried on 
by Mr. C. F. Weeks, at the corner of Main and 
Lincoln streets, for Mr. Weeks is a manufacturer 
of fine carriages and wagons of every descrip- 
tion, and is also extensively engaged in the man- 
ufacture and sale of superior harnesses of all 
kinds for both light and heavy work. He is a 
native of Rockviile, Conn., and has been identi- 
fied with his present enterprise since 1888, at 
that time succeeding Mr. O. P. Walker, who had 
carried it on for over twelve years. The prem- 
ises have an area of 2400 square feet and are 
fitted up with the most improved machinery, 
etc., employment being given to five efficient and 
careful assistants, so that orders can be filled in 
an entirely satisfactory manner at short notice. 
Mr. Weeks is not one of those who try to "make 
a silk purse out of a sow's ear," and tlierefore 
when he receives a commission to make a first- 
class vehicle, he takes pains to select the very 
best stock obtainable. Such material, put 
together by skilled workmen, is sure to prove 
strong and durable, and consequently it is per- 
fectly natural that the carriages and wagons 
made here siiould have an unsurpassed reputa- 
tion for durability as well as for beauty and con- 
"venience of design. Horse shoeing and jobbing 
are given particular and painstaking attention, 
and moderate charges are made in this as in 
every other department of the business. 

Warner's Music and Toy Store, J. H. Warner, 
Proprietor, Pianos and Organs, Sheet IMiisic and 
Music Books, Picture Frames to order, 163 Main 
Street, Marlboro. — An establishment which is 
familiar to the many music-lovers of Marlboro 
and vicinity is that so successfully conducted by 
Mr. J. H. Warner at Nos. 159 and 163 Main 
street. This gentleman began business here in 
1884, and during the period since elapsed has 
built up a trade of imposing proportions. He 
carries a fine assortment of sheet music and 
music books of every description, and his stock 
of pianos and organs is the largest in Middlesex 
Count}% and comprises both new and second- 
hand instruments, some really fine bargains 
being obtainable in this department. A hint of 
Mr. Warner's business enterprise and sagacity 
may be gained from the fact of his including in 
his line of business in addition to musical mer- 
chandise of every description, toys and fancy 
goods in large variety, and also the manufacture 
of picture frames to order at low prices, a large 
lot of new mouldings and samples always being 
carried in stock. Piano and organ tuning is 
made a specialty, and satisfaction is guaranteed. 
Violin bows are carefully repaired, and strings 
warranted first-class. The premises utilized 
cover an area of 2700 square feet and the bu'<iness 
done is exclusively retail in character, recjiiiring 
the services of competent and well-informed 
assistants. Mr. Warner is a native of Foxboro, 
Mass., and deals only in the productions of the 
most reliable manufacturers, and an instrument, 
warranted by him, may be purchased in the full 
assurance that it will prove to be precisely as 
represented. 



J. L. Marshall, dealer in ISIeats and Provisions, 
167 Lincoln Street, ]\Iarlboro, Mass. — Tliere are 
business houses in every community that are so 
universally accorded a leading position as to 
place the matter beyond question, but in noticing 
the undisputed prominence of such enterprises, 
one is very apt to lose sight of the hard work and 
perseverance which placed them where they are. 
Take for instance the uiulertaking carried on by 
Mr. J. L. Marshall, at No. 167 Lincoln street, 
Marlboro, and what do we find? Its high posi- 
tion is not open to doubt, the large retail business 
is apparent to all. but still these things are not 
the creation of a day, a week or a year, but on 
the contrary are simply the legitimate out-come 
of industry, economy, ability and strong deter- 
mination to excel. Whatever celebrity or public 
appreciation j\Ir. Marshall has attained has been 
fairly won, honestly bestowed, and if every 
young man could be made to see that to accom- 
plish similar results in his own case he must 
make similar exertions, one fruitful cause of 
discontent in our modern society would be 
removed. To achieve it it is necessary to earn it. 
and he who obtains it otherwise does so by fraud 
and need not expect it to be permanent. Mr, 
]\Iarshall is a native of England, and succeeded 
to his present enterprise in 1885. His establish- 
ment covers an area of 20 X 50 feet, and all the 
available space is occupied by the heavy and 
varied stock on hand which includes meats and 
provisions of all kinds, as well as butter, cheese, 
eggs, beans, pork, canned goods, fruit, etc. 
These goods are offered at such prices as to 
ensure their prompt and certain sale, and the 
assortment is consequently being continuously 
renewed so that articles supplied are fresh and 
desirable in every way. 



Miss R. L. Shumway, Millinery, Materials 
for Embroidery and Hair Goods, 161 Main 
Street, Marlboro, j\Iass. — It only requires a visit 
to the establishment of the lady whose card we 
print above to convince any one competent to 
judge, that it is managed with exceptional taste 
and skill, and the record this enterprise has made 
since it was inaugurated in 1882, is another proof 
that the public may confidently expect the best 
of service at this popular store. It is 15x50 feet 
in dimensions, and being centrally located at No. 
161 Main street, it is as convenient of access as it 
is desirable to visit. Millinery, embroidery mate- 
rials and hair goods are the commodities dealt in, 
and the very latest fashionable novelties in these 
lines are received at this establishment as soon 
as they are placed on the market. Trimmed and 
untrimmed hats and bonnets are furnished at 
reasonable prices together with ribbons, silks, 
feathers and other trimmings in great variety. 
A fine line of embroidery materials of all kinds 
is carried in stock, also a choice line of human 
hair goods, and it is but the simple truth to say 
that no other establishment in this town is better 
prepared to guarantee perfect satisfaction to the 
most fastidious customers. Miss Shumway's 
taste is too well known to require extended men- 
tion in these pages, and we will only add that 
she spares no pains to completely satisfy every 
patron. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 




Windsor House, Louis Houde, proprietor, 224 
Main Street, Marlboro, Mass. — The services ren- 
dered to a coramuniiy by the establishment and 
maintenance of a really tirst-class hotel are greatly 
underestimated in the majority of cases. No one 
who has given the subject any attention will deny 
that a liberally and intelligently managed public 
house will attract visitors to the city or town in 
which it is located. The fact is notorious, how 
the class of people who patronize a first-class 
hotel as a rule have money to spend and do spend 
it freely, and there is not a merchant in town but 
what is benefitted more or less directly by the 
presence of such visitors. It should therefore be 
a cause for congratulation among Marlboro busi- 
ness men that the Windsor House should be 
under its present management, for there is no 
denying that this is a first-class hotel, run in a 
first-class manner, and the effect of the liberal 
methods practiced by its proprietor is plainly to 
be seen in the character and extent of the patron 
age received. The Windsor House occupies a 
handsome and commodious building, erected in 
1882 and first opened for hotel purposes by Mr. 
Louis Houde, the year following. In June, 1888, 
Mr. Houde was succeeded by Mr. Harry S. Phil- 
lips, but in December of the same year, Mr. Houde 
again became proprietor. He is a native of Can- 
ada, and is extremely popular with his guests, 
whom he spares no pains to serve in the most 
satisfactory manner. The hotel can accommo- 
date seventy-five, and even when well filled the 
service is exceptionally prompt and obliging, 
employment being given to twelve assistants and 
uniform courtesy being insisted upon to every 
guest. The terms are moderate, and the sleeping 
accommodations, table, etc., will be found en- 
tirely satisfactory by the most fastidious. 



Dacey & Son, Sale, Feed, Hack and Livery 
Stable ; Horse Clipping by Rotary Power, Cor. 
Main Street and Ames Place, Marlboro, Mass. — 
There is a right way and a wrong way to do 
everything, and a man may have the right to 
choose the wrong way if he prefers but he cer- 
tainly has no excuse for complaining of the re 
suits attained should he do so. Take it for 
instance in buying a horse. Purchasers can 
choose between buying of some travelling dealer 
or other whom nobody really knows, and dealing 
with an established local concern which has a 



reputation to maintain, and if they do 
business with the former and get badly 
"taken in," thej^ really have but little 
reason to grumble, for it was onlj^ what 
might have been expected. Messrs. 
Dacey & Son have an enviable reputation 
for representing things as they are when 
dealing in horseflesh, and that such a 
policy pays best in the end is shown by 
their steadily increasing business in this 
line alone. They also carry on a feed, 
hack and livery stable, and do horse 
clipping by rotary power, being pre- 
pared to fill all orders at short notice. 
This enterprise was started by Messrs. 
Dacey & Cotting, in 18S2, and passed 
under tlie control of the present firm in 
1888 ; the partners being P. F. and T. 
M. Dacey. The stable contains twenty- 
two stalls and is located on the corner 
of Alain street and Ames place. Employment is 
given to two competent assistants and callers can 
depend upon receiving polite attention. 

T. A. Coolidge, manufacturer of Men's and 
Boys' Shoes, both light and heavy, 25 Howland 
Street, Marlboro, Mass. — The enterprise carried 
on by Mr. T. A. Coolidge is so truly representa- 
tive, and has held a leading position among the 
most important undertakings located in Marl- 
boro for so long a period of time, that not to 
give it especially prominent mention in a review 
of the industries of this section would be a most 
strange omission, and yet it is practically impos- 
sible to state anything new concerning an 
establishment so thoroughly well known. Mr. 
Coolidge is a native of the " Old Bay State " and 
inaugurated the enterprise in question forty 
years ago. He has been a member of the Marl- 
boro board of selectmen for years, was repre- 
sentative in the Legislature for two years, and his 
services in advancing the best interests of the 
town are not easily overestimated for. aside from 
the powerful influence of his steadily develop- 
ing business, he has done much to bring about 
the present prosperity of the community by his 
active CO operation in all well-advised progressive 
movements and his determined opposition to 
such schemes as in his judgment were calculated 
to hamper or distort the town's growth. Of 
course, during his experience as a shoe manu- 
facturer the business has undergone a radical 
change, hand labor has been largely dispensed 
with, and the tastes and demands of the public 
have been revolutionized, but Mr. Coolidge was 
never prone to adhere to bye-gone methods in 
the face of evident improvements, and the proof 
of this (if proof be needed) is to be found in his 
factory — one of the best-equipped of the kind in 
the State. It is located at No. 25 Howland 
street, and is four stories in height and 36 X 200 
feet in dimensions. Power is afforded by a 
twenty-five-horse engine, employment is given 
to 250 operatives, and the average production is 
2500 pairs per day. Men's and boys' shoes, both 
light and heavy, are made, and considering the 
experience of the proprietor, and the unsurpassed 
facilities provided, it is hardly necessary to add 
that the product will bear the severest compar- 
ison with that of other factories, or that the 
heaviest orders can be filled at short notice and 
at the lowest market rates. 



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Lake Williams Ice Co., Miirlboro, Mass. — Ice 
is no longer considered a luxury to be used only 
by the rich, but is conceded to be an actual 
necessity, tiie intelligent use of which will not 
only tend to neutralize the injurious etl'ects of 
summer heat but will result in a saving being 
made in the cost of living, insomuch as it 
preserves perishable food which wouhl other- 
wise have to be thrown away. Therefore an 
abundant supply of ice of good (juality is a i>osi- 
tive iK)on to any community, and the residents 
of Jlarlboro have reason to congratulate them- 
selves on being excellently served in this respect, 
for the Lake Williams Ice Company handle as 
]Hire and desirable a product as is to be found in 
the State, and quote prices that will bear the 
closest comparison with those named elsewhere. 
The enterprise was inaugurated about the year 
1861, by J. W. Brigham, the existing stock com- 
pany being organized in 1888. It is controlled 
entirely by Messrs. Ephraim, Irving, Winslow 
and Oscar Howe, these gentlemen having pur- 
ehased all the stock held by other parties. Mr. 
Irving Howe acts as president, and Mr. Oscar 
H iwe as treasurer. An extensive plant is main- 
tained, the ice houses having sufficient capacity 
to accommodate a stock large enough to supply 
the most exceptional demand. During the sea- 
son sixteen assistants are employed, and the 
service is so prompt and reliable as to be greatly 
appreciated by the community in general, family 
trade being given especially careful attention. 
Messrs. Ephraim Howe & Sons also carry on a 
large farm, including a valuable milk route, and 
in addition, do an extensive teaming business. 



Geo. W. Rockwood, Carriage Painting and 
Varnishing, Middlesex Square, Marlboro, Mass. 
— The attention of our numerous readers is 
called to the enterprise of the above house 
which was founded some thirteen years ago, and 
at this stage of its existence, gives every indica- 
tion of a permanent and profitable business. 
This enterprise was established in 1870, its 
present proprietor, Mr. Geo. W. Rockwood 
assuming full control in 1878, and the business 
premises occupied by him are located on Middle- 
sex square, Marlboro, and cover an area of 2000 
feet, where lie possesses every facility for the 
prosecution of his industry, which consists of 
carriage painting in all its branches. Mr. Rock- 
wood is thoroughly experienced in every detail 
of his trade and all orders are promptly attended 
to, perfect satisfaction is guaranteed in every 
particular. The extensive business requires the 
constant employment of skilled workmen, whose 
artistic tastes are displayed in the many fine 
specimens of work achieved by this liouse, and 
the work performed by Mr. Rockwood can in 
every waV be depended on for (lural)ility, hand- 
some finish, and tasteful ness. Mr. Uockwood is 
a native of Charlton, Mass., and very well 
known in Marlboro and vicinity. He served as 
captain in the army for two years, and then 
re-enlisted in the artillery for one year. He is in 
all respects a thoroughly practical man exer- 
cising every care that nothing but the best work- 
manship shall emanate from his establishment, 
and we can rightly say that the reputation 
achieved by the work of his house serves as its 
best recommendation. 



Wm. F. Hanlan, House, Sign and Decorative 
Painter ; Shop corner Mechanic and Gay Streets, 
Marlboro, Mass. — Even ordinary house painting 
requires experience and care if satisfactory 
results are to be attained, and sign and decorative 
painting of course require a still higher degree of 
skill, for "cheap " looking signs or decorations 
are in the worst possible taste, and it is better to 
dispense with such altogether than to have any- 
thing but the best. The " best," however, is 
easy to get if discrimination be used in the plac- 
ing of orders, and in this connection we may fit- 
tingly call attention to the character of the work 
done by Mr. VVm. F. Hanlan, for he has had 
long and varied experience in connection with 
the doing of house, sign and decorative painting, 
and we have no hesitation in guaranteeing satis- 
faction to all who may avail themselves of his 
services. Mr. Hanlan was born in Brookline, 
Mass., and began operations in Marlboro in 1886 
as a member of the firm of Sandra & Hanlan, 
assuming sole control the same year. His shop 
is located on the corner of Mechanic and Gay 
streets, and is '25x40 feet in dimensions and sup- 
plied with all necessary facilities, etc. Employ- 
ment is given to eight competent assistants, and 
orders can be filled at short notice, estimates 
being cheerfully given on large and small jobs. 
Among the specialties to which particular atten- 
tion is given may be mentioned enamel painting, 
hard wood finishing, graining, glazing, etc., and 
we may add that care is taken to use the best of 
stock, thus assuring durable results. 

Marlboro Rubber Company, wholesale and 
retail dealers in all kinds of Rubber Goods, 
under Windsor House, 218 Main Street, Marl- 
boro. — Rubber is so unique a material that it is 
perfectly safe to say no substitute could be found 
for it were the supply to be cut off, while it is of 
such great and varied utility that despite the 
many uses that have already been made of it, 
new applications are constantly being brought 
forward. A comprehensive idea of its usefulness 
may be gained by visiting the store of the Marl- 
boro Rubber Company, at No. 218 Main street, 
under the Windsor House, for the company deal 
in all kinds of rubber goods and carry a very 
extensive stock, comprising clothing for men's, 
women's, misses' and children's wear, rubber 
goods for medical purposes, boots, shoes, toys, 
foot balls, hose, packing, belting and other stan- 
dard commodities, together with an exce[)lion- 
ally complete line of novelties and specialties of 
all kinds. The Rubber Company also carry the 
largest and finest line of umbrellas shown in any 
store in this part of the country. They also do 
a jobbing trade on rubber goods and umbrellas, 
and the retail dealers give them a good share of 
their stormy weather trade as well as their garden 
hose trade. The proprietor, Mr. A. F. Barnard, is 
a native of Orland, Maine, and was formerly with 
the Standard Rubber Company, largely engaged 
in the manufacture of rubber clothing of every 
description. He enjoys the most favorable rela- 
tions with producers and is consequently in a 
position to quote bottom prices on all the goods 
handled, while th().se who hive learned by expe- 
rience how " uncertain " rubber goods are, will 
appreciate the fact that every article bought of 
the Marlboro Rubber Comp my is warranted to 
prove as reiiresented. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



Timothy Ryan & Co., dealers in Beef, Mutton, 
Lamb and Pork, at wholesale, corner Weed and 
Court Streets; Flour, Groceries and Provisions 
at retail, 7, 9 and 11 ISchool Street, Marlboro, 
Mass. — Tlie enterprise conducted by Messrs. 
Timothy Ryan & Co., was inaugurated about 
twenty years ago, having been founded by the 
senior partner of the present lirm. Mr. Kyan 
did an exclusively retail business at first, but 
steadily increased the scope of his operations 
until now the firm of which he is head carry on 
one of the most extensive undertakings of the 
kind to be found in New England, outside the 
cities, and do a large and rapidly increasing 
wholesale business in beef, mutton, lamb and 
pork, in addition to their immense retail trade in 
groceries, flour and provisions in general. The 
retail store is located at Nos. 7, 9 and 11 School 
street, and has an area of 3000 square feet, while 
the wholesale establishment is at the corner of 
Weed and Court streets, and comprises two 
stories, each measuring 50 X 40 feet. Very 
extensive storage facilities for meats are here 
present, sufficient capacity being available to 
accommodate seventy-five cattle besides other 
meats. An immense stock is carried at both 
stores, and the assortment is as varied as it is 
large, for all classes of trade are catered to and 
all tastes and purses can easily be suited. The 
most satisfactory explanation of the success 
wliich has attended this enterprise is to be found 
in the fact that good faith has been kept with 
customers from the very beginning. When once 
the public learn that a certain dealer or a certain 
firm makes no announcements not justified by 
the facts, and is uniformly prepared to quote the 
lowest market rates on dependable goods, they 
are sure to give the undertaking cordial support 
and as this has ever been the policy pursued by 
the managers of the enterprise under considera- 
tion, its constant and rapid development is but a 
legitimate and natural result. The existing firm 
is constituted of Messrs. Timothy Ryan, A. W. 
Fitzgerald and T. J. Ryan, Jr., all of whom are 
widely known in Marlboro and vicinity. 
Employment is given to ten assistants, and both 
large and small orders are assured immediate and 
painstaking attention. 



John J. Tracy, dealer in Harnesses, and man- 
ufacturer of the " Challenge " Harness, which is 
the best in the world for the money, 70 East 
Main Street, Marlborough, Mass. — When buying 
a harness it is well to remember the answer 
given by the Texan who was asked by a friend 
from the East if it was necessary to carry a 
revolver when in Texas, " Well," he replied, 
"you may carry a gun for a year without ever 
having occasion to use it, but when you do want 
one, you want it bad." So in using a harness 
you may get along with a poor and weakly made 
harness for a year or so all right, but when your 
horse takes fright, or anything else occurs to put 
an unusual strain on the riggins:, you are very 
apt to come to grief and will be lucky if you 
escape with damage enougli to pay for several 
harnesses. It is possible to get a thoroughly 
trustworthy article, at a moderate price, and you 
can prove this statement easily by calling at the 
establishment conducted by Mr. John J, Tracy, 
at No. 70 East Main Street, and learn his prices. 



This gentleman makes harnesses to order that 
will stand every reasonable test to which they 
can be put, and offers his goods at prices that are 
bound to suit. Business was begun here by Mr. 
Tracy in 1886. He is a native of Waltham, 
Mass., and is well known throughout this vicin- 
ity. One floor of the dimensions of 300 square 
feet is utilized for the harness business, and an 
additional storehouse for other goods. Har- 
nesses of all kinds and styles, including the 
famous ' ' Challenge " harness, which is the best 
in the world for the money, are made and dealt 
in, and repairing is neatly and durably done. 
New and second-hand wagons and sleighs are 
dealt in, and Mr. Tracy is also agent for the 
Mica Axle Grease, which is conceded to be the 
best in the world. 

Pitch & Foster, dealers in Choice Groceries, 
Meats, Provisions, Butter, Cheese, Fresh Eggs, 
Foreign and Domestic Fruits, 57 Main Street, 
Marlboro, Mass. — Messrs. Fitch & Foster have 
carried on their present store at No. 57 Main 
street since 1888, liaving at that date succeeded 
Messrs. Allen & Jordan. The establishment 
deserves especially favorable mention for a 
number of reasons, prominent among which are 
the magnitude and variety of the stock carried, 
the quality of the goods handled, the uniform 
fairness of the prices quoted and the accommo- 
dating spirit manifested by the management. 
Messrs. E. H. Fitch and W. Foster are both 
natives of Nova Scotia, and that tliey fully 
understand their business in every detail is 
shown by the many advantages they are enabled 
to offer their customers. Choice staple and 
fancy groceries, meats, provisions, and foreign 
and domestic fruits are extensively dealt in, 
together with a full line of selected country 
produce, such as butter, cheese, fresh eggs, etc. 
The firm cater expressly to family trade, and by 
obtaining their supplies from the most reputable 
sources are enabled to fully guarantee that every 
article sold shall prove as represented. Sufficient 
assistance is employed to ensure prompt attention 
to every caller, and large and small buyers are 
given equal consideration at all times. 

Marlboro Steam Laundry, Established in 
1878, William H. (3sgood, proprietor, 232 Main 
Street, Marlboro, Mass. — During the twelve 
years that the Marlboro Steam Laundry has been 
in operation, the public have had ample oppor- 
tunity to form a deliberate and intelligent opinion 
as to whether it " pays " to send goods to a 
public laundry or not, and the verdict rendered 
is plainly indicated by the fact that the patronage 
has steadily increased and still continues to do 
so. The enterprise was inaugurated by Mr. W. 
A. Arnold, who was succeeded by Mr. M. M. 
Walter, he giving place, in 1886, to Mr. J. T. 
Wheeler, who in 1888 became associated with 
Mr. Leslie M. Frye, and in 1889 Mr. Wm. H. 
Osgood assumed control. Mr. Osgood is a 
native of Peabody, Mass. He gives that careful 
personal attention to the supervision of affairs so 
essential to the keepinsr up of the service to the 
highest standard of efficiency. The laundry is 
located in Mechanics' square, the office being at 
No. 233 Main street. The facilities at hand are 
of the most improved description, enabling the 
extensive business to be easily handled, while the 



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system in operation is so carefully considered 
and tliorouL^liiy carried out that errors occurring 
from tiiu loss or exchange of articles are reducecl 
to a minimum. Employment is given to twenty 
assistants, and it is worthy of note that all ladies' 
wear is entirely under the charge of lady help — a 
policy that is appreciated by patrons. A team 
will call for goods when desired, and as work is 
delivered in the same way, customers merely 
have to prepare the bundle for the driver, he 
calling for and delivering it without extra 
charge. Mr. O.sgooil has also added a carpet 
cleaning department which is giving great satis- 
faction to the people of Marlboro and vicinity. 
Carpets are collected and thoroughly renovated 
at short notice and satisfaction guaranteed. 

Central House, F. E. Brooks, Proprietor, 
Marlboro, ^lass. — The Central House was opened 
a number of years ago and has been carried on 
by many different proprietors, coming under the 
control of Mr. S. F. Barden in 1885, who was 
succeeded by Mr. F. E. Brooks, tiie present propri- 
etor, in June, 1887. This gentleman was already 
well and favorably known to the travelling pub- 
lic, in connection with the Old Colony House of 
South Framingham, which he built in 1883, and 
has since carried on in a manner which has given 
it a much more than local reputation. The Cen- 
tral House has been newly fitted and refurnished 
throughout, and is now one of the best-equipped 
hotels to be found in the State, outside the larger 
cities. It has steam heat and electric light, and 
the comfort and convenience of guests are ear- 
fully provided for in every respect. The central 
location of the house, at No. 130 Main street, 
renders its name a most appropriate one, and 
aside from the superior accommodations offered, 
would serve to make it a favorite with com- 
mercial travellers and others whose time is of 
value. Employment is given to nine assistants, 
and the promptness and accuracy of the service 
is a very popular feature of the management. 
The table is supplied with well-cooked and sub- 
stantial food, and the bill of fare is varied 
enough to allow of all tastes being suited. 
Accommodations can be furnished to fifty guests, 
and as the terms are very reasonable, considering 
the service provided, it is not surprising that the 
Central House should always be well patronized. 

Frank Gauvin, wholesale and retail dealer in 
Choice Groceries, Provisions. Fruit, Vegetables, 
Poultry, Bread, Cake and l^istry. Grain, Hay 
and Straw, etc.; also dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, 241 and 243 Lincoln Street, Marlboro, 
Mass. — One of the most attractive establishments 
in town is that of which Mr. Frank Gauvin is 
the proprietor, located at Nos. 241 and 243 Lin- 
coln street. This establishment was founded 
about twenty years ago, business having been 
begun by Mr. Gauvin in IS'Jt), who has since 
built up so large and thriving a i)usiness, which 
is both wholesale and retail in character, as to 
prove that his goods and prici^s are as popular as 
his store is attractive. Mr. Gauvin was born in 
Canada, and is very well and favorably known 
throughout Marlboro. The premises occupied 
by Mr. Gauvin comprise a store 30 X 50 feet, 
and a bakery. His store is stocked with a varied 
assortment of goods including choice groceries, 

rovisions, fresh and salt meats, fruits, vegeta- 



bles, poultry, bread, cake and pastry, flour, teas 
and coffees; also grain, hay, straw, etc. Mr. 
Gauvin has a department devoted to the sale of 
boots, shoes and rubbers, anil offers some decided 
inducements to customers in this line of goods. 
Three efficient assistants are constantly employed, 
and all customers are assured prompt attention 
and equitable treatment. Mr. Gauvin is able to 
offer some superior advantages in tiie way of 
freshness and general desirability of the various 
articles he handles, and in every instance war- 
rants all goods leiving his establishment to prove 
as represented. Orders are accurately delivered 
and no avoidable delay permitted. 

E. F. Longley, Wooden Boxes, Job Planing 
and Sawing, Knife Grinding, etc., Marlboro 
Mass. — Competition is very close and keen now- 
adays in about every line of manufacture, and it 
does not require a very decided advantage to 
turn the scale in favor of any given enterprise, 
so that it is perfectly reasonable to say that the 
undertaking conducted by Mr. E. F. Longley is 
an important factor in making M irlboro a prom- 
inent shoe manufacturing centre, for Mr. Longley 
is extensively engaged in the production of shoe 
boxes and sells them direct to manufacturers, at 
the very lowest prevailing rates. He has a most 
thoroughly equipped establishment, and is pre- 
pared to fill the most extensive orders at very 
short notice. The business is not confined to 
this special feature by any means, for it includes 
the making of wooden boxes in general, as well 
as the doing of job planing and sawing, knife 
grinding, etc The factory is located on Man- 
ning street, and has an area of 5000 square feet. 
It is fitted up with a complete plant of wood- 
working machinery, and employment is given to 
fifteen assistants. The business was formerly 
carried on by Mr. Joseph Mmning, but since 
1885, has been under the control of the present 
proprietor, who is a native of Bjylston. Mass., 
and is very generally known in this vicinity. 

Charles J. Majrath, dealer in Wall Paper, 
Mouldings, Window Shades, etc., etc., Hazelton 
Block, 19!) xMain Street, Marlb)ro, Mass.— The 
well-known establishment of Chas. J. Magrath, 
located at No. 199 Main street, was founde 1 in 
1889, and since that date has been under the able 
management of Mr. Migrath excepting about 
three mouths when it was under the manage- 
ment of Harding & Appleton. It his already 
attained to a position of prominence among the 
leading retail houses of Marlboro. The premises 
occupied for business purposes cover an area of 
475 squire feet. The magnitude and variety of 
the stock carried is at all times prepared for the 
demand upon it, and embraces a large assortment 
and variety of wall paper, window shades, dra- 
peries, poles, mouldings, etc. Mr. Magrath 
makes it a point to carry only the most reliable 
goods, and such as he cin confidently recom- 
mend to his customers. The assortments are 
full and choice, and very low prices are quoted. 
It is without doubt one of the best stores of its 
kind in M irlboro, and is conducted on strict bus- 
iness principles. Mr. Magrath is a native of 
Greenwich, .Miss., and is thoroughly conv M-sant 
with his i)usiness in all its details. He is an 
energetic and progressive gentleman of integrity 
ani personal wortli who enjoys a large patronage 
throughout this community. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



A. B. Howe & Co., dealers in all kinds of 
Lumber, Doors, iSasbes, Blinds, etc., Florence 
Street, near 0:d Colony Depot, Marlboro, Mass. 
— There is naturally a great deal of lumber and 
other building material consumed annuall}'^ in a 
rapidly growing community such as Marlboro, 
and ihe facilities for obiaining such commodities 
in any desired quantities at moderate rates is a 
maltt-r of general interest. Among those firms 
which have done much to bring about Ihe pres- 
ent desirable condition of things in the local 
lumber bu-iiness, prominent mention should 
righi fully be made of Messrs. A. B. Howe & 
Co., Cor this concern have carried on operations 
for about nine years, and have the reputation of 
furnishing strictly dependable goods at the very 
lowest market rates. The partn- r.? are jMessrs. 
A. B., and G. A. Howe, both of whom were born 
in Marlboro and are imiversa ly known through- 
out this vicinity. Mr G. A Howe served in 
the army durint;; the Rebellion, and is at present 
connected with the board of S'dectmen. The 
premises made use of are located on Florence 
street, near the Old Colony Depot, and comprise 
several spacious slorehou-cs A very large stock 
is constantly carried, consisting of lumber, 
doors, sash, blinds, etc., and employment is 
given to nine assistants. All orders, whether 
large or small, being assured immediate and 
painstaking attention. Messrs. A. B Howe & 
Co. enjoy the most favorable relations with man- 
ufacturers and quote bottom prices. 

L. O. Cunningham, dealer in Provisions, Main 
Street, Marlboro, Alass. — If the handling of 
strictly first class goods, the extension of cour- 
teous treatment to every customer, and the 
maintenance of fair and reasonable prices in 
every department, are reasons for giving a busi- 
ness enterprise specially prominent mention, 
then we can do no less than to take this cimrse 
with that conducted by Mr. L. O. Cunningham, 
locaied at No. 24 Main street, Marlboro, for this 
gentleman manages his undertaking in precisely 
the manner indicated, and warrants every article 
purchased of him shall prove precisely as repre- 
sented. It is hardly necessary for us to state 
that his business is a large retail one, for it is not 
everywhere that purcha'^ers can be so positively 
assured of getting the full worth of their money 
and this fact is very generally appreciated and 
acted upon. The premises utilized cover an area 
of 800 square feet. ThO'^e wishing the choicest 
meats, provisions, vegetables, fruits, etc., have 
no occasion to go beyond the limits of Mr. Cun- 
ningham's establishment to find the same as a 
specialty is made of caterinij t> this class of trade 
and pirticular attention is paid to the procuiug 
of supplies of such a superior character that they 
cannot fail to give perfect satisfaction. Compe- 
tent and courteous assistants are employed, and 
every order will be given prompt and pains- 
taking attention. This establishment was O'igi- 
nally founded by Marshall Dadmun, who was 
succeeded by Messrs. Willar 1 & Cunningham in 
1878, Mr. L. O. Cunningham assuming entire 
contro' of the business in 1879. Pie is a native 
of Marlboro, and served in th'^ army over three 
and one-half years during our laie civil war. 
He is well known in this community, and highly 
respected as an honorable business man. 



O. L. Bartlett, successor to S. A. Houghton,. 
Domestic Bakery. Orders left at Bread btore, 
101 Main Street, will receive Prompt Attention. 
East Main opposite Church Street, Marlboro, 
Mass. — Sta'e bread may be very healthy eating, 
as the doctors would have us believe, but the 
vast majority of people prefer theirs fresh, and 
this is a very fortunate thing for the bakers, as 
otherwise their business would be decidedly 
diminished. Not a few families use baker's 
bread that would content themselves with the 
home made article could theyhave it fresh daily, 
and it is noticeable that those bakeries are most 
popular where the stock is the most often 
renewed, and is consequently the freshest. This 
goes far to explain the warm reception which 
has been given the Domestic Bakery, row con 
ducted by IMr. C. L. Bartlett, and located on 
East Main street, opposite Church street. This 
bakery was established in 1882, by Mr. S. A. 
Houghton, who was succeeded by the present, 
proprietor in 1884. ]\Ir. Bartlett does an exten- 
sive business both wholesale and retail in char- 
acter. Special attention is given to the retail 
trade, and all orders left at the Bread Store at 
No. 101 Main street, will receive prompt atten- 
tion. Four competent assistants are constantly 
employed, anil the proprietor makes it a point to 
offer only fresh and palatable go-ids to his cus- 
tomers, thus it is but natural that the popularity 
we have alluded to should have been -won. Mr. 
Bartlett is a native of Norwich, Vt., and well 
known in the vicinity of Marlboro, where he 
deals in about everything usually handled at a. 
first class and thoroughly reliable bakery. 

Treacy Bros., dealers in Boots, Shoes, Slip- 
pers, Rubbers and Rubber Boots, Blacking and 
Shoe Dressing, Boot and Shoe Repairing a 
Specialty, 150 ISIain Street, Marlboro, Mass. — 
The best cure for corns that is in the market 
to day, is a well-fitting pair of boots or shoes, 
made from soft and pliable stock, and if this 
simple fact was genernlly known and acted upon, 
there would be a sudden drop in the demand for 
"corn plasters," "corn salves," etc., which are 
generally all very well in their way, but which 
cannot accomplish miracles or eradicate corns 
while the cause of their growth still remains. 
IMessrs. Treacy Bros, carry a large stock of good, 
comfortable foot wear, and their assortment of 
shapes and sizes is so large that a fit can be con- 
fidently promised to patrons, while the goods are 
fully warranted to prove as represented and are 
quoted at bottom prices, from slippers to brogans. 
The store is located at No. 150 Main street and is 
of the dimensions of 22x75 feet, and is well and 
favorably known to the public, being a store 
whose reputation is of the highest type. It was^ 
established in the spring of 1887 by Messrs. John, 
and Andrew M. Treacy, who are both natives of 
Marlboro. This firm handle boots, shoes, slip- 
pers, rubbers and rul)ber boots, and offer many 
of the latest novelties in these lines as well as an 
exceptionally full selection of the more staple 
styles for ladies', gents' and children's wear. 
Bl eking and shoe dressing are also dealt in, and 
boot and shoe repairing is made a specialty and 
guaranteed to be done in the most satisfactory 
manner both as regards style of work and prices- 
charged. 



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E. M. Estabrook, deiiler in Fine Fiimily 
'Groceries, Cluacc Teas, Coffees and Spices; Best 
Brands of Ilax^dl and St. Louis Flours; Iligli 
Grades of Creamery Butter a Specialty, corner 
Lincoln and Mechanic Streets (Carter's Block), 
Marlboro, JNIass. — Everybody is familiar witli the 
fact that some people can live eomCortably on an 
income that others would starve on, and of 
course everybody knows tliat this is chiefly 
owing to superior methods of management. 
There is an art of buying as well iis an art of 
selling, and many intelligent individuals never 
seem to learn that in order to l)uy to the bes-t 
advantage, it is necessary to pick out a reputab'e 
and reliable house and deal with it entirely, as 
long as the results are satisfactory. Since Mr. 
E. j\L Estabrook founded the undertaking which 
is conducted by him at the corner of Lincoln and 
Mechanic streets, he has built up a thriving 
retail trade and many of his best customers are 
to be ranked among the most careful and dis- 
criminating cla«s of buyers. Business was begun 
in 1888, and family supplies have been made a 
specialty from the first. The premises occupied 
cover an area of 1500 square feet and an exten- 
sive stock is carried, consisting of fine staple and 
fancy groceries, choice teas, coffees, and spices; 
also the best brands of Haxall and St. Louis 
flours, and high grades of creamery butter is 
made a specialty. The favor which this eater- 
1)1 ise has met, is largely due to the prompt and 
polite attention that is given to all orders, and 
the efficient assistants in attendance will be 
found active and willing in the discharge of their 
duties at all times. All goods handled by Mr. 
Estabrook are of standard quality and are offered 
at prices that will ensure a constant renewal of 
the stock. 

Adams & Crocker, wholesale and retail dealers 
in Hardware, Paints, Oils and Varnishes, Agri- 
cultural Implements and Shoe Kit, special terms 
to Builders, No. 148 Main Street, Marlboro, 
Mass. — The business conducted by jNIessrs. 
Adams & Crocker was founded a number of 
years ago by Mr. John M. Whiton, Jr., and was 
-continued in 1884 by Messrs. Whiton & Putnam, 
this firm being succeeded in 1880, by Mr. C. F. 
Whitney, who gave place to the present propri 
etors in 1887. Mr. Bert J. Adams is a native of 
this town, and Mr. Charles E. Crocker was born 
in West Hanover, Mass. The firm do an exten- 
sive business, it having developed largely of late 
years, and are prepared to fill either wholesale or 
ret-iil orders at the very lowest market rates. 
Among the leading commodities handled may be 
mentioned hardware, paints, oils and varnishes, 
of which a heavy and varied stock is carried, 
comprising the productions of the most reputable 
manufacturers. Spicial terms are made to 
builders, and this fact, together with the prompt- 
ness and accuracy with which orders are filled, 
has resulted in the building up of a very large 
trade in this department alone. Agricultural 
implements and shoe kit are also dealt in largely, 
and a line line of whips and liorse furnishings in 
general is constantly on hand to select from. 
The store occupies one iloor and a basement, of 
the dimensions of 24 X Oo feet, and is located at 
No. 148 INLain street. Employment is given to 
two assistants, and callers are assured immediate 
-rand courteous attention. 



C. L. Bliss, manufacturer of Cigars of all 
kinds; I'rivate Brands made to order, ]\Iarlboro, 
Mass. — Tiie statements that have been made 
from time to time concerning the methods prac- 
ticed by the " tenement house "cigar makers of 
New York and other large cities, have had their 
effect on the general public, and the cnnsetpience 
is that retailers find it for their interest to obtain 
goods from sources beyond suspicion. Experi- 
enced smokers also know that the enjojmient to 
be derived from a cigar is as directly dependent 
upon its making as upon the quality of the 
tobacco used, and hence phice their orders with 
dealers who handle the product of skilled hibor. 
The increasing poiMdarity of "private brands" 
is largely due to the fact that these are apt to be 
more uniform in quality than are ordinary goods, 
and as on the uniformity of a brand its success is 
chiefly dependent, those putting such on the 
market would do well to avail themselves of the 
facilities offered by Mr. C. L. Bliss, as he makes 
a specialty of the manufacture of private brands 
to order and is prejiared to execute all commis- 
sions at short notice and in a thoroughly satis- 
factory manner. Mr Bliss was born in I aunton, 
Mass., and began operations in Marlboro in 1873. 
His establishment is located at No. 119 East 
Main street, where premises having an area of 
22x50 square feet are occupied, and employment 
is given to twenty competent assistants. Partic- 
ular attention is paid to handwork and no pains 
is spared to fully maintain the enviable reputa- 
tion DOW held among the trade. Mr. Bliss has 
recently completed a fine new shop at the rear of 
his dwelling, to be used entirely for manufactur- 
ing. It is two stories in height and measures 
42x30 feet. Mr. Bliss's former factory, which 
is located close by being used exclusively for 
storage purposes. 

Alex. Scott, dealer in Groceries. Meat, Bread, 
Provisions and Canned Goods, 29(5 Lincoln Street, 
Marlboro, Mass. — It would be an unaccountable 
and unpardonable omission if we were to make 
no mention of the establishment of Mr. Alex. 
Scott in this review of Marlboro's business enter- 
prises, for the undertaking alluded to was 
founded about nine years ago, business having 
been begun in 1881. Mr. Scott is a native of 
Canada and as a matter of course has hosts of 
friends in Marlboro and vicinity, not only on 
account of his long residence here and business 
prominence, but also by reason of the office he 
holds as Justice of the Peace. The store occu- 
pied covers an area of 21x65 feet, the wiiole 
amount of this space being required to accom- 
modate the very heavy stock carried, which 
includes full lines of fine groceries, meats, bread 
and provisions. Mr. Scott's experience and the 
favorable relations established with producers, 
wliolesalers, etc., during his long and honorable 
business career enables him to quote very low 
rates on the articles he handles, as well as to 
fully guarantee that they shall prove strictly as 
represented. Employing fo\u- competent and 
polite assistants, he is in a position to extend 
jirompt and courteous service to all, and it is 
therefore not surprising that a large and steadily 
increasing retail business should be done. Mr. 
Scott for eight years previous to his present busi- 
ness conducted a bakery which he was also very 
successful in. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



D. A. Walker & Co., Gioceries, Flour ami 
Grain, Cauiied Goods, Creamery Butter a Sfe- 
cialty, l(iO Maiu Street, Marlboro, Mass. — The 
leading position that has long been held by the 
enterprise carried on by Messrs. D. A. Walker & 
Co., entitles it to very prominent mention in any 
review of Marlboro's representative business 
undertakings, and it is certainly an agreeable 
duty to chronicle the success of this widely- 
known firm, for their extensive business has been 
built up by the employment of strictly legitimate 
methods, and by sparing no trouble to offer the 
most efficient service that circumstances would 
allow. The enterprise had its inception in 1874, 
the firm style of H. Belknap & Co., consisting of 
H. Belknap, and D. A. Walker, this firm being 
succeeded in 1889 by D. A. Wallitr, D. A. Arch- 
ibald, and F. T. Curtis, the present firm. 
Both Messrs. Walker and Curtis being natives of 
this State, ]\Ir. Archibald being a native of Nova 
Scotia. This firm have a large circle of friends 
throughout Marlboro and vicinity. The prem- 
ises utilized, comprise one floor and a basement, 
and are 22 X 76 feet in dimensions, affording 
ample room for the accommodation of a large 
and varied stock, embracing choice staple and 
fancy groceries, fine teas and coffees, and pure 
spices, canned goods, flour and grain, etc. All 
the commodities dealt in arc carefully selected 
with a special view to the requirements of family 
trade, but particular attention is paid to the 
handling of choice creamery butter, no finer 
grades being obtainable in the market than those 
offered at this popular store. The prices rule 
very low in every department of the business, 
and as employment is given to four efficient 
assistants, every caller may depend upon receiv- 
ing prompt and polite attention. 

Arnaud Brothers, dealers in Fresh, Salt, 
Smoked and Pickled Fish. Oysters, Clams, Scal- 
lops, etc.. No. 18 Main Street (next to the 
" Brick Store,") Marlboro, Mass. — A store where 
a good many things are sold, and where the 
stock carried is remarkable for excellence not 
less than for variety, is that of which Messrs. 
Arnaud Brothers and J. A. Wheeler are the pro- 
prietors, located at No. 18 Main street (next to 
the Brick Block). Business was started here in 
1886, and whatever popularity the enterprise has 
won (and that is by no means inconsiderable), 
has been gained by hard work and a determina- 
tion to furnish the best of goods at the lowest 
possible prices. The premises in use measure 
20 X 90 feet and afford ample accommodations 
for the heavy stock that is constantly kept on 
hand. Among the articles dealt in may be men- 
tioned, fresh, salt, smoked and pickled fish, 
oysters, clams, scallops, etc. The individual 
members of this firm are Messrs. Frank R. , and 
J. C. Arnaud, and Mr. J. A. Wheeler, all of 
whom are natives of Wellfleet, Mass., and are 
highly respected, as energetic, and reliable busi- 
ness men in Marlboro. One thing is particularly 
noticeable in connection with their store, and 
that is, that misrepresentation is never knowingly 
practised in the slightest degree. It is the desire 
of the firm that every customer shall know just 
what he is buying and just what he is getting 
for his money, and it is no fault of the manage- 
ment if this knowledge is not always had. Celer- 
ity and courtesy are extended to callers. 



H. A. Spalding, Blacksmith and Wheelwright^, 
Horse Shoeing and Grneral Jobbing, all kinds of 
Carriage Work to order, corner Mechanic and 
Lincoln Streets, Marlborough, Mass. — The busi- 
ness carried on by Mr. H. A. Spalding was 
founded over forty years ago by Mr. William E. 
Brigbam, who was succeeded by Messrs. May- 
nard & Spalding in 1887, the present proprietor 
assuming sole control the same year. He is a 
native of New Ipswich, N. H., and by careful 
personal ftttention to the details of his business 
has fully maintained the leading position so long 
held by the enterprise with which he is now 
identified. The premises occujued are located 
on the corner of Mechanic and Lincoln streets, 
and comprise a main shop, three stories in height 
and 30x60 leet in dimensions, and a one story 
ell measuring 25x35 feet. They are equipped 
with the most improved facilities for the doing 
of blacksmithing, wheelwrighting, horse-shoeing 
and general jobbing, and all kinds of carriage 
work will be done to order at short notice and in 
a thoroughly satisfactory manner. Mr. Spalding 
employs five efficient assistants, and gives par- 
ticular attention to repairing, the work being 
promptly, neatly and durably done at moderate 
rates. A heavy and complete stock of carriages 
is constantly carried, embracing vehicles of the 
most stylish and approved designs, and the very 
lowest prices are quoted, while every carriage is 
guaranteed to prove just as represented. 



Gleason House, James M. Gleason & Son, 
Proprietors, 71-79 Main Street, Marlboro, Mass. 
— The kind ol hotel one prefers depends a good 
deal of course upon individual tastes, for som& 
persons think more of style than they do of com- 
fort and choose their hotel accordingly, but the 
large majority of travelers take a different view 
of the subject and prefer to put up where they 
can feel entirely at home It is not easy to find 
a really " home-like " hotel, for by no means all 
that claim to be such are what they profess to be,, 
but it is worth while taking some little trouble 
to hunt one up, although we propose to save our 
readers that work so far as Marlboro is con- 
cerned at any rate, by calling their attention to- 
the Gleason House, located at Nos. 71-79 Main 
street, for if ever there was a hotel where the 
management really strove to make guests feel at 
home it is the one in question. Operations were 
begun in 1885, and the house has already attained 
an enviable reputation, especially among com- 
mercial travelers, to whom special rates are 
made. Some fifty guests can be accommodated 
atone time, and the sleeping rooms, beds, etc., 
are kept in first-class condition, a fact that will 
be appreciated by the many who have suffered 
from the carelessness practiced in this respect at 
some of the most pretentious hotels in New 
England. Employment is given to eight compe- 
tent assistants, and prompt attention and cour- 
tesy are assured to all guests, the management 
insisting upon this, and taking pains to see that 
it is duly attended to. A billiard hall, bath- 
room, barber shop, etc., are connected with the- 
hotel, and in short all modern conveniences are 
provided for patrons. The proprietors are 
Messrs. James M. Gleason & Son, both of whom- 
are natives of Marlboro, and have a very exten- 
sive circle of friends throughout this section. 



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C. H. Stone, dealer in Flour, Grain and Gro- 
ceries, ('tinned Goods, etc., 140 ]\Iain Street, 
Marlboro, Mass. — It is not far from a score of 
yciirs since the enterprise now carried on by i\Ir. 
C. II. Stone was inaugurated, for it was stuted 
in 1871 by JNIessrs. John Stone & Co., the present 
proprietor being a member of the original tirm 
and assuming sole control in 1879. He is a 
native of Northboro, Mass., and is universally 
known throughout this section, having been a 
member of the Board of Selectmen for five years, 
and being prominent and active in advancing the 
best interests of the community. Mr. Stone 
deals very extensively in Hour, grain and gro- 
ceries, and unquestionably enjoys as desirable a 
family trade as any dealer in this section of the 
Slate, for be has always catered to this class of 
patrons and spires no pains to supply goods that 
will give the best of satisfaction to the most crit- 
ical. The store utilized by him is located at 
No. 140 jNIain street, and comprises one floor 
and a basement of the dimensions of 22x60 feet, 
besides a spacious storehouse. Employment is 
given to two competent and courteous assistants, 
and callers are waited on promptly and carefully 
at all times. Mr. Stone handles the most popular 
brands of flour, and is prepared to quote bottom 
prices on this commodity in large or small lots. 
Grain, feed, etc., are also dealt in largely, and 
the stock of fancy and staple groceries offered is 
worthy of especial commendation, for it is excep 
lionally complete in every department, is made 
up of strictly dependable articles, and includes 
one of the most desirable assortments of canned 
goods to be found in this vicinity. 



G. A. Spofford, dealer in Stationery, Cigars, 
Toltacco, Fruit, ConfecMonery, Bread, Cake, 
Pastry, etc.. Forest Hall Block, corner Lincoln 
and Winthrop Streets, Marlboro, Mass. — It is an 
excellent idea to use fine stationery in social cor- 
respondence, for the expense of doing so is really 
trifling, and there is no way in which respect for 
one's correspondents can be more unobtrusively 
and yet effectively shown. There are many 
beautiful novelties in this line of goods now on 
the market, and one of the best places to examine 
and purchase such is at the stoie carried on by 
Mr. George A. Spofford, located in Forest Hall 
Block, corner of Lincoln and Winthrop streets. 
Mr. Spofford is a Wayland, Mass., man by birth, 
and assumed control of the establishment to 
which we have reference in 1889. He served in 
the army ftmr years and has many friends in 
Marlboro and vicinity. The establishment under 
question was originally established by Mr. C. L. 
Russell, who was succeeded by Mr. II. D. Bar- 
ker in 1887, the present proprietor, having suc- 
ceeded the latter in 1889. Premises of the 
dimensions of 30 X 40 feet are occupied, and the 
stf)ck on hand includes the u.sual variety of goods 
to be found in a first class store of this kind. 
All the leading styles in stationery and stationer's 
articles are dealt in, beside a good stocic of toys 
are carried in stock. Also first-class fruits and 
confectionery, ice cream, soda, cigars, tobacco 
and canned goods of all kinds, and bread, cake, 
and pastry, is received fresh every day. Mr. 
Spofford's prices are very reasonable in each 
department, and visitors to this establishment 
will find a choice variety of goods to select from. 



J. A. Andre-ws & Co., Contractor and Builder, 
General Carpenter Work. Florence Street, Marl- 
boro, Mass. — It is a noteworthy fact that while 
some men seem to take genuine pleasure in 
building, others go through such trials and trib- 
ulations when erecting a house as to discourage 
them from ever repeating W^k experiment. The 
explanation of this is to be found in the differ- 
ence in the methods adopted, for the class of 
men first referred to take ])ains to entrust the 
carrying out of their projects to competent and 
responsible contractors, while those wiio are 
always "in trouble," have in the majority of 
cases, been careless in this important respect. 
There are enough gootl builders to make it easy 
to find a suitable firm, and among those carrying 
on operations in this vicinity, prominent mention 
should be made of Messrs. J. A. Andrews & Co., 
for this concern is made up of honorable and 
experienced men and has a high record for com- 
petency and integrity. The firm was formed 
two years ago, the partners being Messrs. J. A. 
and Geo. J. Andrews, both of whom are natives 
of this town. The shop is located on Florence 
street, and has an area of about 1000 square feet. 
Employment is given to sixteen assistants, this 
force being largely increased when occasion 
requires. Estimates will be prompt!}^ and cheer- 
fully made on receipt of plans and specifications, 
and the firm are prepared to figure closely on 
carpenterintr and building of every description. 
General jobbing is also given immediate and 
careful attention, satisfactory work being done 
at moderate rates. 

AlvinWheeler, dealer in Groceries, Provisions, 
etc., 192 Main Street, Marlboro, Mass.— Many a 
housekeeper has said when she discovered that 
the goods sent to her were not what were ordered 
or were unsatisfactory in some other respect, 
" Oh I wish I could find a grocery and provision 
dealer who could be entirely relied upon," and it 
is just this information that we pi-opose to supply 
in the present article and therefore respect lully 
call the attention of our many readers to the 
enterprise now conducted by A. Wheeler, who 
is a native of Massachusetts. This house was 
originally established by Mr. E. L. Green who 
was succeeded by A. C. Taylor & Co., in 1886, 
and in April, 1889, Mr. Wheeler assumed control, 
and its record since that date, has been such as 
to entitle its proprietor to the entire confidence 
of the public. The establishment under question 
is located at No. 192 jMain street, and covers an 
area of 25 X 42 feet containing an extensive 
assortment of groceries and provisions carefully 
selected for family trade, among which will be 
found at all times fine meats, groceries, canned 
goods, fruit and vegetables. Three competent 
assistants are employed and customers are served 
promptly, politely, "honestly, and in short satis- 
factorily. This house makes a specialty of filling 
orders accurately and jM-omptly, and may be 
relied upon to earnestly strive to furnish cus- 
tomers with .such goods as are sure to prove 
desirable. Much of the large retail business, now 
done by Mr. Wheeler, is due to his practice in this 
respect, and ho\isekeepers will save themselves 
much worry and disappointment by establishing 
business relations with a house of this character. 
Prices quoted liere are low and all seasonable 
goods are kept in stock. 



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LEADING BUSINESS 31EN OF MARLBORO 



J. Gregoire, Fashionable Millinery, Dry and 
Fancy Goods, also Human Hair Goods, 254 and 
256 Lincoln Street, Marlboro, Mass.— A very 
popular establishment indeed is that conducted 
by Mrs. J. Gregoire and Mr. Jonas Gregoire at 
Nos. 254 and 256 Lincoln street, and during the 
years that the enterprise in question has been 
carried on, it has become more and more evident 
to discriminating buyers that the advantages here 
offered were hard lo parallel elsewhere. This 
establii^hment was founded in 1880 by the above 
firm, millinery and human hair goods being then 
the principal goods carried, and in 1887 dry and 
fancy goods were added. The store utilized by 
the aljove firm measures 52x22 feet, and the 
stock of goods carried is so complete and varied 
that even to catalogue it would more than 
exhaust all our available space, and after all 
would not begin to give an adequate idea of 
what it really comprises. The proprietors are 
thoroughly acquainted with the many details of 
their business, and spare no pains to accommo- 
date customers in the most liberal and superior 
manner for which their establishment has long 
been noted. This firm offer a fine assortment of 
dry goods, millinery and human hair goods, that 
is both seasonable and fashionable, and the 
extensive business done requires the services of 
five assistants in the busy season. We therefore 
commend this establishment to our readers in 
particular, and the public in general, and are 
assured that all patrons will be served in a cour- 
teous and liberal manner. 

Marlboro Dye House, 11. W. Geddes, propri- 
etor. Established 1880, No. 8 Liberty Street, 
Marlboro. — A great deal of clothing is thrown 
aside as " worn out" when, as a matter of fact, 
it is not worn out at all, the fabric being about 
as whole and sound as ever, bnt the appearance 
of the garments being spoiled by grease or other 
dirt or by the effects of the sun. Now, there is 
no reason why money should be thrown away in 
this fashion, while such an establishment as the 
Marlboro Dye House is in operation, for every 
facility is at hand here to cleanse, dye and re-fin- 
ish ladies' ami gentlemen's garments by the most 
approved methods, and orders are filled at short 
notice and moderate rates. This enterprise was 
inaugurated in 1880 and has been carried on in a 
liberal and accommodating manner that has 
made it very popular, not only among the resi- 
dents of Marlboro, but also throughout this sec- 
tion, for orders sent by express will receive 
equally prompt and careful attention as those 
delivered in person. Goods left by Tuesday will 
be finished the latter part of the same week, and 
no trouble is spared to attain results that will 
give the best of satisfaction. The Dye House 
has an area of about 1000 square feet and is 
located at No. 8 Liberty sreet. Office hours are 
from 7.80 a. m. to 6 p. m., and Tuesday and 
Saturday evenings from 6.30 to 8 o'clock, and all 
callers are assured prompt and polite attention. 
The proprietor, Mr. R. W. Gedd(S, is a native of 
East Greenwich, R. I., and understands his busi- 
ness thoroughly in every detail, having served 
an apprenticeship of four years and has been a 
practical dyer for fourteen years. Competent 
assistance is employed, and the work turned out 
will bear the closest examination and comparison 
with that done elsewhere. 



John M. Carpenter, dealer in Fine Ready- 
Made Clothing, Hats, Caps, etc., etc., Phoenix 
Block, Main Street, Marlboro, Mass — The genial 
gentleman whose card we print above ranks 
among the best-known and most highly esteemed 
of our Marlboro business men and fully deserves 
the success he has won in the carrying on of his 
present enterprise. The establishment now con- 
ducted by Mr. John M. Carpenter was founded 
in 1885 by Mr. Geo. H. Palmer, who was suc- 
ceeded in 1886 by Messrs. John M. Carpenter & 
Co., the present proprietor having assumed full 
control of the business in 1888. and has built up 
a large retail business during the comparatively 
short time that he has conducted the industry in 
question. This is not surprising when his meth- 
ods are taken into consideration, for everybody 
likes fair dealing, everybody likes courteous 
treatment, everybody likes fashionable and 
thoroughly made garments, and everybody likes 
to secure a first class article at a moderate price. 
All these likings can be and are satisfied by Mr. 
Carpenter, and his popularity follows as a matter 
of course. Mr. John M. Carpenter is a native of 
Milford, Mass., and is very well known through- 
out Marlboro. At his establisimient, located in 
Phoenix Block, j\Iain street, he always carries in 
stock a fine assortment of ready-made clothing, 
hats, caps, etc., etc., embracing goods suited to 
all conditions of wear. The premises occupied 
comprise a store 24 X 70 feet in dimensions, and 
employment is given to two reliable and courte- 
ous assistants. Mr. Carpenter makes a specialty 
of carrying all the latest styles in stock, and sat- 
isfaction is guaranteed to every customer, and 
his experience has thus far been that those who 
patronize him once, almost invariably come 
again. His prices are extremely low for first- 
class garments, and we can commend his goods 
to the most fastidious dressers. 

William Barnes, Life and Fire Insurance 
Agent, R» al Estate Agent, Conveyancer, Negoti- 
ator of Mortgages, Office 156 Main Street, Marl- 
borough, Mass. — Among those identified with 
insurance and real estate matters in IMarlborough 
and vicinity, Mr. William Barnes must be given 
a leading position, for this gentleman has carried 
on operations here for a full score of years and 
has long been recognized as an authority in these 
special lines. He served two years in the army 
during the Rebellion and began business in Marl- 
borough in 1869. Mr. Barnes has an office in 
Week's Block, No. 156 Main street, and those 
seeking information relative to insurance or real 
estate "matters will find him ready to give any 
assistance in his power, wliile mail communica- 
tions addressed to post office box 856, will also 
receive immediate and careful attention. He 
represents some of the most popular and most 
trustworthy insurance companies in the world, 
and is in a position to write life, fire and accident 
policies at the lowest market rates. We take 
pleasure in presenting the following list of cor- 
porations, for which Mr. Barnes is authorized to 
act, for we believe it to be unsurpassed by that 
shown by any agent in this section of the State, 
and we knovv that those placing insurance 
through this office will be assured honorable and 
liberal treatment in every respect: 

First National Insurance Co., Worcester; Mer- 
chants' & Farmers' Insurance Co., Worcester; 



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Worcester IVIutual Fire Insurance Co., Worcester; 
■Citizens' Mutual Fire Insurance Co., Boston; 
Westchester Fire Insurance Co., New Yorli City; 
Commercial Union Assurance Co., London, Eng- 
land; Guardian Assurance Corporation, Londim, 
EDo:laad; Phoenix Assurance Co., London, Eng- 
land; Northern Assurance Co., London and 
Aberdeen ; London Assurance Corporation, Lou- 
don; Western Assurance Co., Toronto, Camida; 
St. Paul Fire & Marine Insurance Co., Minn.; 
Travellers's Life and Accident, Hartford, Conn. 

First National Bank, 38 Mechanics Street, 
Marlboro. — During tlie comparatively few years 
•which the First National Bank lias been in exist- 
ence, it has attained a leading positicm among 
the fiaancial institutions of this section, and as it 
has been said that " confidence is a plant of slow 
growth," it may be of interest to trace out some 
of the reasons why its growth has been so rapid 
in connection with the bank in question. The 
first, and unquestionably the main explanation, 
is to be found in the character and standing of 
those who inaugurated and conduct the enter- 
prise. The fact that all of them are manufactu- 
rers or merchants doing business in Marlboro, 
not only furnishes the best possible assurance 
that they have the material interests of the com- 
mnnity at heart, but also gives them the advan 
tage of personal acquaintance with the majority 
of those having occasion to use the facilities the 
bank affords, and it may be stated right here 
that these facilities are very extensive. The 
institution has a capital of $150,000, and enjoys 
■favorable relations with correspondents through- 
out the country. Money will be forwarded to 
any part of the world, and particular attention is 
paid to collections in the United States and Can- 
ada, very favorat)le terms being quoted. All 
business entrusted to the bank is assured imme- 
diate and painstaking attention, and the invaria- 
ble policy of the management is to give equally 
careful consideration to large and small customers 
— a fact going far to explain its popularity with 
business men in general. Other things being 
equal, the preference is always given to local 
enterprises when the question of affording finan- 
cial aid comes up, and we need hardly say that 
such timely assistance may often be the means 
of avoiding embarrassment if not total failure 
which would seriously interfere with the town's 
development. The following is a list of the 
ofiicers, and we may safely leave it for our readers 
to decide whether what we have said concerning 
them is justified by the facts or not: 

President : Wm, 11. Fay. 

Cashier : F. L. Claflin. 

Directors : W. II. Fay, Wm. Morse, P^dward 
F. Johnson. Chas. L. Fay, Geo. N. Cate, T. A. 
Coolidge, W. A. Alley. 

O'Brien & Conry, Staple and Fancy Groceries, 
Dried and Pickled Fisli, Crockery, Gla«s and 
Wooden VVare, etc., lol Main Street, Marlboro, 
Mass. — When we say that the grocery store car- 
ried on by Mt'ssrs. O'Brien & Conry at No. 151 
Main street, Marlboro, is worthy of liberal pat- 
ronage, we perhap-! should also give our reasons 
for making th's assertion, for an unsupported 
statement cannot be expected to carry a great 
deal of weight and it is perfectly natural for 
intelligent people to want to know why a thing 



is so as well as that it is so. Prominent among 
the good j)oints of this establishment is the char- 
acter of the stock it contains. This stock is 
choice, varied and fresh. It has been carefully 
chosen from the goods offered by the foremost 
wholesales of the State and will compare favor- 
ably with that of any other strictly retail store. 
It includes staple and fancy groceries, teas, 
coffees and spices, canned goods, flour, foreign 
and domestic fruits, butter, eggs and cheese, 
dried and pickled fi.sh, crockery, glass and 
wooden ware, etc. Special care has been taken 
in the selection of the teas and coffees carried in 
stock, both as regards their wholesomene?s and 
their purity. The fine line of flour offered is 
also worthy of special mention, for it is made up 
of brands particularly adapted to family use, 
and is sold at the very lowest market rates. We 
might also call attention to the character of the 
fine assortment of crockery, glass and wooden 
ware offered, as well as many other noteworthy 
articles on hand, but our space forbids and we 
think we already advanced sufficient proof of 
our opening assertion. The present firm is made 
up of ]Mes-rs. P. O'Brien and P. E. Conry, who 
succeeded Mr. B. Corkery in 1880. These gen- 
tlemen are both natives of Massachusetts, and are 
well-known in Marlboro, Mr. Conry being one 
of the assessors. Messrs. O'Brien & Conry give 
close attention to the interests of their patrons and 
guarantee the prompt and accurate filling of orders. 

Star Furniture Co., manufacturers, wholesale 
and retail dealers in Furniture and Carpets, No. 
103 Main Street, Lawrence Block, Marlboro, 
Mass. — The selection of furniture and carpets is 
one of the most difficult, and at the same time 
one of the most pleasureable duties that falls to 
the lot of the hou'-eholder and this particular 
duty is rendered all the more pleasant by visiting 
an establishment where such a large and varied 
stock is carried as to suit all tastes, as well as all 
purses. It is just such an establishment that is 
carried on by the Star Furniture Co., at No. 103 
Main street, Marlboro, and during the period that 
this company has been identified with its present 
line of business it has gained a high reputation 
for the excellence of its goods, the lowness of its 
prices and the uniformly fair and equitable deal- 
ing that is extended to all. The premises utilized 
comprise two floors, 50 X 144 feet, and 25 X 50 
feet respectively in addition to a spacious store- 
house. The extensive stock of funnture and 
carpets that may be found here, is remarkable in 
more respects than one, but chiefly on account 
of its great variety and the standard excellence 
of the articles composing it. The Star Furniture 
Co., which has Mr. James II. Dee for president, 
Mr. C. E. Cumings as treasurer, and O. W. 
Temple as manager, knows well that it has a 
reputation to maintain and takes good care that 
it shall not be jeopardized by any cause within 
the power of its management to control. A posi- 
tive guarantee is given that every article manu- 
factured, or sold at either wholesale or retail, 
shall prove just as represented. Four efficient 
assistants are emi)loyed and all visitors to this 
establishment will receive prompt and courteous 
attention. The line of furniture and carpets 
shown is well-made and first-class in all respects 
and is worthy the inspection of all desiring relia- 
ble and fashionable goods at moderate prices. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



Rice & Hutchins, Cotting Ave. and Middlesex 
Factories, Marlboro. — It is impossible to manufac- 
ture to the best advantage many different lines in 
one factory, however large or vi^ell equipped it 
may be. Every locality has a specialty in which 
its mechanics have become experts. In order to 
produce to the greatest perfection and at the 
lowest cost, a complete variety of goods for 
men's, boys' and youths' wear, Messrs. Rice & 
Hutchins have established over half a dozen 
factories in as many different localities. The 
Marlboro business of this firm finally outgrowing 
even the frequent additions to the old buildings, 
it became necessary to erect the new shops, views 
of which are here given. 



thoroughly fitted out with sprinklers, fire pails, 
hydrants, fire pumps and double water supply 
for fire protection. Over 700 expert people are 
employed, and over one million pairs of shoes 
are annually produced. 

Mr. J. E. Curtis, one of the most respected and 
most capable manufacturers in the State, man- 
ages both shops with the aid of skillful assistants 
in all departments. 

Messrs. Rice & Hutchins carry at their store,^ 
125 Summer street, Boston, a complete stock of 
all their staple productions in order to supply the 
jobbing trade without the delay necessary when, 
making goods to order. 



Cotting Avenue Factokt. 




MARLBORO, MASS. 



Marlboro Savings Bank, 38 Mechanics St.,. 
Marlboro. — The Boston Sunday Herald re- 
cently published interviews with several of the 
leading business men of that city, in which 
ihey briefly sketched the methods by which 
they had attained their present prominence, 
and as all of them are strictly " self made 
men," their stories are of value to every young 
man who is beginning as they did, with no 
capital and no influential friends. The main 
principle inculcated by their business histories 
is the importance of saving money. Of course 
they all endeavored to make themselves indis- 
pensable to their employers and to gain a com- 
prehensive knowledge of their line of business 
aside from mastering their own special duties ; 
but while doing this, and while only earning 
from three to five dollars a week, they were 
steadily amassing a fund for future use. One 
of the largest dry goods dealers in Boston to- 
AmoDg its productions of 2000 pairs and more day — a man who can draw his check for a 
per day, the Cotting avenue factory turns out the million in the full assurance that it will be duly 
finer grades of sewed veal calf and buff, together honored — began business for himself less ihaa 
with medium and low priced calf, buff and veal forty years ago, iiis sole capital being $400 whichi 
calf men's, boys' and youths' machine sewed he had saved in five years out of a salary average 
shoes. ing but four dollars per week. He says : "The 

Middlesex Factory. habit of saving is as easily formed as the habit 

of spending ; it is easier to save the second 
hundred than the first, and the young man 
who doesn't want to begin where his employer- 
left off will find no difficulty in saving money 
faster than I could, for wages are much higher 
and the cost of living has not increased cor- 
respondingly." There is food for reflection 
in that statement, and perhaps some of our 
readers may profit l)y the lesson it teaches. 

That many of the residents of Marlboro and 
vicinity do save money regularly is proved by 
the books of the Marlboro Savings Bank, and 
it is a gratifying fact that the $1,200,000 de- 
posited in that institution is made up entirely 
of the savings of the people. The bank was- 
incorporated in 1860 and has become so well 
and favorably known throughout this section- 
that any explanation of its aims and any 
eulogy of its management would be entirely 
The Middlesex factory produces about 2000 superfluous. Its financial condition is beyond 
pairs per day of the more solid and substantial criticism and the character and ability of the men 
lines of men's, boys' and youths' veal calf and having it in charge form the best of reasons for 
split standard screw shoes, for hard wear, in tap believing that the bank's future will be worthy of 
and half double sole. its past. The president is Mr. S. Herbert Howe, 

Both factories are modern in their construction, the treasurer, Mr. Edward R. Alley, and the 
the Cotting avenue being but a year old, and they board of investment is composed of Messrs. S. H. 
are fully equipped with every improved machine Howe, W. D. Burdett, L. S. Brigham, A. C. 
necessary to obtain the best possible work in Weeks and Winslow M. Warren, 
every part of the shoes made in them. They are The bank has always been ably managed, but 




FACTORY "A," MARLISORO, M.A.S8. 



LEADiyO BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



2r 



upon tlie accession of Mr. Elbridgo Howe to the 
presidency in tlie year 1876 or "7, a decided cliange 
was made in its policy and it became more a sav- 
ings banlv of tlie people than a depository of 
wealthy men, and when its present treasurer, 
Mr. Edward It. Alle}^ assumed the charge of its 
financial management, the entire board of its 
officers were in accord. Mr. Alley, although a 
young man, has been long and favorably known 
to the people of Marlboro and its surrounding 
towns, and the bank's many depositors justly 
believe his word to be law. Upon the death of 
Mr Elbridge Howe in 188G Mr. S. Herbert Howe 
was chosen president, and the continued growth 
and prosperity of the bank fully justifies the 
choice. The whole secret of the success and 
soundness of this bank is its policy in the interest 
of its depositors and the individual attention 
given to all applications for loans by its board of 
investment. 

The S. H. Howe Shoe Co., Marlboro, Mass.— 
Notwithstanding the leading position held by 
Massachusetts in relation to the shoe manufac- 
turing industry, and the many immense factories 
devoted to this branch of production within the 
limits of the State, there are few establishments 
of such enormous capacity as that carried on by 
the S. H. Howe Shoe Company, for these works 
are capable of turning out 10,000 pairs of shoes a 
day — more than enough to supply the entire 
standing army of the United States. So vast an 
enterprise as this is not built up in a day, and 
tlie undertaking in ciuestion was founded over a 
quarter of a century ago. Mr. S. H. Howe being 
the original proprietor. This gentleman is presi- 
dent of the present company, and has long been 
classed among the best known and most success- 
ful shoe manufacturers in the country. The 
treasurer, Mr. W. E. Dadman. is also very widely 
and prominently known in business circles, and 
the various departments of the enterprise are all 
in charge of experienced and able men who suc- 
cessfully co-operate in combining the greatest 
possible accuracy, uniformity and economj^ in 
the many ])rocesses incidental to manufacture. 
The company was incorporated in 1887, with a 
capital of $200,000 and operates at least as per- 
fect and as elaborate a plant as can be found in 
New England. The premises utilized comprise, 
first, the reeular factory, which measures 45xb'J0 
feet, with ell 45x65 feet. A large tower has been 
added to this factory, the first floor being occu- 
pird for office purposes, and the second floor 
being utilized as the director's room. The next 
in order is factory known as Diamond F, dimen- 
sions being 110x28 feet, four stories, with ell 
40x95 feet, and liaving another wing !)0X<>0 feet, 
of eciual height. Factory No. 3, which is known 
as Diamond O, is 110X'?0 feet. Employment is 
given to 700 operatives, the capacity of the works 
being as before stated, 10,000 pairs per day. The 
company manufacture shoes of evcr}^ descrip- 
tion, including men's, boys', youths', women's, 
misses' and children's light and heavy, medium 
and cheap, and as may well be imagined, are in 
a position to fill the heaviest orders at compara- 
tively short notice, as well as to quote the very 
lowest market rates. The goods give excellent 
satisfaction to consumers and the trade and the 
business, large as it is, has by no means reached 
its full development. 



D. W. Ccsgrove, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, 
174 Main Street, Marlboro. — The boots and shoes 
offered at the establishment conducted b}' Mr. 
D. W. Cosgrove, at No. 174 Main street, are 
claimed to be " beautiful in style, perfect in fit, 
reliable in wear, moderate in price," and it natu- 
rally follows that if these claims are justified by 
the facts, no better place can possibly be found at 
W'hich to procure footwear. Well, it is easy to 
ascertain the truth in the matter, for the store is 
certainly conveniently located and we can assure 
our readers that ever)' caller is given prompt and 
polite attention. The premises are 25X80 feet 
in dimensions and the stock is correspondingly 
large, being complete in every department and 
comprising the very latest fashionable novelties 
together with full lines of more staple goods. 
This business was founded in 1871, and an idea 
of its present magnitude maj' be gained from the 
fact that employment is given to five assistants. 
So large a trade as this indicates, in a community 
so well supplied with shoe stores as Marlboro is, 
argues the offering of many genuine induce- 
ments, and we believe it to be a fact that in no 
similar establishment in New England, Boston 
not excepted, can more value l)e obtained for 
money paid. Mr. Cosgrove handles the produc- 
tions of the leading manufacturers, and sells no 
goods that cannot be warranted to prove just as 
represented. Style, comfort and durability are 
all provided for, and the assortment of sizes is so 
varied as to enable the most difficult feet to be 
satisfactorily fitted. 



F. J. Hastings & Co., dealers in Flour, Grain, 
Feed, Meal, Chicago Gluten Meal, Bundle Hay, 
etc., Faulkner ]Mills, jMarlboro, Mass. — The only 
way in whicli an adequate idea of the immensity 
of the trade in tlour, grain, feed, meal, etc., can 
be obtained, is by a careful review of the con- 
cerns located in this State alone, that devote their 
entire attention to handling the commodities 
mentioned. We find houses that were estab- 
lished decades ago identified with this branch of 
commerce, and still increasing the amount of 
their transactions with every added year. Prom- 
inent among the concerns engaged in this line of 
business in Marlboro is that of Messrs. F. J. 
Hastings & Co., located on Lincoln street. Carter's 
Block. The mills of this firm are located at 
South Acton, and they also have an elevator at 
Concord, Mass. The premises at corner of Lin- 
coln and IVIechanic streets was established about 
1881, and comi)rises a store on the lower floor of 
the main Imilding, and a large warehouse in the 
rear. This firm do a large wholesale and retail 
business, and no liouse in tliis vicinity enjoys 
more favorable relations with their customers, 
and none are better able to supply goods at bot- 
tom prices, while they strictly adhere to every 
agreement entered into. The goods dealt in by 
Messrs. F. J. Hastings & Co., include flour, 
grain, feed, meal, bundle hay and straw, land 
fertilizer, horse and cattle condition food, salt, 
hen feed, shells, scraps, etc., grasa and Jield seeds, 
also farming tools. This firm were the first to 
introduce to the farmers in this vicinity tiie 
CHICAGO GLUTEN MEAL, which has gained 
for it.self an enviable reputation as the best milk- 
producing feed in the market. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 




short order when-cir- 
cumstances render 
haste imperative, 
and it is within 
bounds to say 
that Mr. Parsons has 
saved local manufac- 
turers thousands of 
dollars by the work 
he has done in this 
line during the past 
twenty years. He is 
prepared to furnish 
automatic safety ele- 
vators, the "Eclipse" 
sole leather cutter, 
rolling and stripping 
machines. friction 
treadles for sewing 
machines, and all 
kinds of boot and 
shoe machinery. 
Steam or water heat- 
ing apparatus will be 
put into public or 
private buildings and 
guaranteed to do all 
that is claimed for it 
when properly used ; 
and shafting and self- 
oiling, ad j ustable 
hant-ers, all sizes are 
carried in stock and 
will be put in posi- 
tion by competent 
workmen at moder- 
ate rates. Employ- 
ment is given to 
thirty five men, and 
every order is as- 
sured immediate and 
painstaking atten- 
tion. 



Henry Parsons, Machinist, and IVIanufacturer 
of Steam Engines, Marlboro, Mass. — In such an 
extensive manufacturing centre as Marlboro, well- 
equipped machine shops where repairing of al^ 
kinds can be done at short notice are a necessity, 
and our manufacturers have reason to congratu " 
late themselves that the field is so well filled as i s 
the case, for under present conditions long and- 
costly delays from the breaking down of machin 
ery, are rendered almost impossible. The shop 
carried on by Mr. Henry Parsons, occupies a 
leading position among such enterprises, for it 
has been in operation for over a score of years 
and has made an enviable record in the prompt 
and accurate filling of orders. Business was 
begun by Messrs. Estey& Parsons, in 1868, and the 
present proprietor has had sole control for about 
fifteen years. Mr. Parsons carries on a general 
machine business, and makes a specialty of the 
repairing of steam engines, having a force of men 
-experienced in such work, as well as improved 
tools and appliances especially adapted to the 
.purpose. A job can be " rushed through " in very 



A. C. Weeks, dealer in Hardware, Crockery, 
Shoe Kit, Window Gla=s, Drain Pipe, Leather 
Belting, etc., 158 Main Street, Marlboro, Mass. — 
There are many retail establishments in Marlboro 
which are well and favorably known throughout 
that community, and there are some which 
enjoy quite an extensive out oftown patronage 
also, but it would be difficult, if not impossible, 
to name one more highly regarded and more lib- 
erally supported by both local and suburban 
customers than that conducted by Mr. A. 0. 
Weeks at No. 158 Main street. The confidence 
reposed in this enterprise by the general public 
is the legitimate result of the policy pursued for 
more than a score of years, for operations were 
begun in 1867 and from that time to the present 
no trouble has been spared to fully satisfy all 
reasonable purchasers. Mr. Weeks is a native 
of Warren, N. H., and has long been looked 
upon as one of Marlboro's representative citizens. 
He has held the position of town treasurer for 
seventeen years, and is so extensively known in 
this section as to render detailed personal men- 
tion quite unnecessaiy. Mr. Weeks deals in a 
great variety of articles, including hardware, 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



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crockery, slioe kit, window glass, drain pipe, 
agricultural tools and machinery, leather belting, 
etc., and carries on tlie largest store of the kind 
in this vicinity, the premises occupied comprising 
one floor and a basement measuring 30 X Oo I'eet, 
togetlier with a spacious storehouse. Employ- 
ment is given to four competent assistants, and 
customers are sure of receiving immediate and 
careful attention, while Mr. Week's favorable 
relations with producers and wholesalers, and 
his policy of being content with a moderate 
profit, combine to make it worth tlie while of 
everyone wanting anjMhing in his line to give 
him a call, as the prices quoted are invariably as 
low as the lowest and the goods are sure to 
prove just precisely as represented. 

John J. Skahan, Auctioneer (Sales attended in 
any part of the State), Ottice, 7 Mechanics Street, 
Mariboro, JNIass. — The advantages gained by 
emploj'ing a competent auctioneer when any 
property is to be offered at jniblic auction are 
too obvious to require detailed mention, and as 
circumstances may at any time render it expe- 
dient for some of our readers to hold sucli a sale, 
we take pleasure in calling attention to the facil- 
ities possessed by Mr. John J. Skahan, whose 
office is located at No. 7 Mechanic street, for 
this gentleman has had a wide and varied expe- 
rience in the performance of the responsible 
duties of an auctioneer and lias a well earned 
reputation for ability and devotion to the inter- 
ests of tliose availing themselves of liis services. 
He is prepared to attend sales in any part of tlie 
State at short notice, and lias a store in Marll)oro 
in which he carries on an auction and commis- 
sion business. Mr. SUahan's terms are moderate, 
and the best possible proof of liis ability and dis- 
cretion is that afforded by the flattering endorse- 
ment of those who have profited by his services 
since lie began operations in this town in 1887. 
He is a native of Hudson, Mass., and is extremely 
well known in business circles throughout this 
section. Mr. Skahan, in addition to his auction 
bu'^iness is a real estate agent, and lias on hand 
at all times bargains in real estate. 



Frank E. Brigham, Feed, Livery, Hack and 
Boarding Stable. Hacks for Funerals, Parties 
and Weddings at Short Notice, 177 Lincoln 
Street (rear INIarlboro Motel), Marlboro, Mass. — 
Probably one of the oldest and best known livery 
and hack stables to be found in Marlboro is that 
located at 177 Lincoln street (rear of Marlboro 
Hotf'l) and now conducted by Mr. Frank E 
Brigham, for this stable was founded in 1868, 
and has been steadily carried on ever since, the 
present proprietor succeeding his father at his 
death which occurred in 188(j, since which date 
Mr. Frank E. Brigham has striven to make the 
establishment a most ])opular one. He has con- 
stantly improved the elficieiicy of the service in 
every possible way, and has tried to furnish 
horses and stylish, easy -riding carriages, and lias 
in short striven to give customers full value for 
money received in every case. The premises 
occupied are located at tlie above address, and 
every accommodation is ailorded for fifteen 
liorses and a large number of carriages, etc. A 
sufficient force is employed to keep everything 
in neat and presentable condition, and the atten- 
tion of horse owners is called to the inducements 
Jiere ofl'ered for tlie boarding and feeding of 



horses. The charges for livery and hack service 
are very reasonable, and of themselves furnish 
strong inducements to patronize this establish- 
ment. Mr. Brigham is a native of Minnesota, 
and gives prompt attention to all orders, and 
hacks are furnished for funerals, parties, wed- 
dings, etc., at the shortest possible notice. 

H. O. Wright, dealer in Dry Goods, etc., agent 
for Butterick's I'attcrns, and Lewando's French 
Dye House, lo2an(l 134 Main Street, Marlboro. — 
'I'iie establii-hment conducted by Mr. H. C. 
Wright is the largest dry goods store in town, 
and the stock carried will compare favorably 

in point of ex- 
tent and vari- 
ety, with that 
offered at 
many city 
stores making 
great preten- 
sion s . Mr. 
Wright is a 
native of Hy- 
annis, Mass., 
and has been 
identified witli 
this establish- 
ment since 
1873. He has 
built up a rep- 
utation for 
enterprise and 
honorable 
dealing which 
is by no means 
confined to 
]Marlboro, but 
which extends 
throu ghou t 
t li i s section 
and has re- 
sulted in the 
establishment 
of a large and 
growing out- 
of-town trade. 
The premises 
made use of^ 
are located at 
No. 182 Main 
street, and are 
r)3 X CO feet in 
d i m e n sions, 
being equip- 
ped with every f:irility lor the accommodation of 
customers, and the jiroper storage of the almost 
endless vaiiety of goods comprised within the 
stock; embracing foreign and domestic dry and 
fancy goods, small wares, cloaks, shawls, gloves, 
liosiery, corsets, underwear and many other 
commodities. There are eleven assistants em- 
ployed in this store, and not the least popular 
feature of the management is the uniformly 
prompt and polite attention assured to every 
caller. You may come here to buy or merely to 
look, and in either case you are sure of receiving 
immediate attention, and intelligent and cheer- 
fully given information. Mr. Wright is agent 
for Butterick's patterns, and also for I^ewando's 
French Dye House. He quotes bottom prices on 
the many articles handled, and goods can be- 
guaranteed to prove as represented. 




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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MARLBORO. 



DEALER IN 

WATCHES, CLOCKS, JEWELRY, SILVERWARE, 

OPTICAL GOODS, ETC. 



FranUliii Block, 



REPAIRING A SPECIALTY. 

3Iarlboro, Mass. 



DEALERS IN 

Eoots^ Shoes^ Rubbers and Slippers, 

230 MAIN STREET, MARLBORO. 

All the Leading Styles in the Market kept constantly on hand. 




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"^W. H. Onthank, Hack, Livery, Boarding and 
Feed Stable; Hacks for Parties and Funerals, 
near Old Colony Depot, Florence Street, Marl- 
boro, Mass. — The more enjoyment a man !?ets 
from driving, the more his pleasure is dependent 
upon having a good turnout, for one who has 
had but little experience on the road is generally 
satisfied with about any kind of a team, provided 
the horse be " quiet " and the carriage good and 
strong, while the experienced driver would 
rather stay at home than have to urge a lazy 
or old animal along. It is tlierefore perfectly 
natural that one of the tirst questions asked by 
those who are really fond of driving, should be, 
" where can 1 hire a good team? " when arriving 
in a town with which they are not acquainted, 
and the chances are that the large majority of 
Marlboro's residents would answer: "Go to 
Onthank's stable, on Florence street, near the 
Old Colony Depot." This business was founded 
about thirty years ago, so it is not surprising 
that it should be one of the best known enter- 
prises of the kind in this section, especially as it 
has held its present leading position for many 
years. Mr. W. H. Onthank is a native of South- 
boro, and has a large circle of friends in Marl- 
boro and adjoining towns. He has some fine 
turnouts for livery purposes, and although doing 
an extensive business can fill orders very 
promptly, as his facilities are of the best, and 
employment is given to five assistants. Hacks 
will be furnished for parties, funerals and other 
public occasions, at short notice and at moderate 
rates, and a large boarding and feed business 
is also done. 



Fred A. Moore, dealer in Fine Paper Hang- 
ings, Window Shades, Room and Cornice 
Mouldings, etc. ; Tinting and Decorating in 
Paper, Water or Oil Colors a Specialty. With 
Misses Paine & Lowe, Art Store, 139 Main 
Street, Marlboro, Mass. — That there is an oppor- 
tunity for the display of no mean degree of taste 
and skill in the selection and application of wall- 
paper our readers will readily admit, for colors 
and patterns suited to certain circumstances and 
conditions would be strangely out of place were 
the surroundings ditferent. From the very 
nature of the subject no undeviating rules can be 
given for guidance when making such selection, 
although it is generally considered that small 
figures should be chosen for small apartments 
and that dark papers should not be used in 
rooms imperfectly lighted, but the most impor- 
taat rule to observe, after all, is to make your 
selection from a stocli that is not only large and 
varied but that contains a full assortment of the 
latest patterns, for there is fashion in wall-paper 
as in everything else, and few of us want to be 
"behind the times." Mr. Fred A. Moore began 
business in Mirlboro in 1888, and his store, 
located at 139 Main street, has become a popular 
place at which to purchase everything in the 
line of paper hangings, etc., for this gentleman 
is a retail dealer in these goods and carries a 
choice assortment, which he is in a position to 
sell at the lowest market rates, and an excellent 
opportunity is afforded to make an intelligent 
selection. Two assistants are employed, and 
will be found not only attentive and well- 
informed but also ready to lend any assistance 
which their experience may suggest, if so 
desired. Window shades, room and cornice 
mouldings, etc., are also dealt in and decided 
inducements are offered to purchasers. Mr. 
Moore makes a specialty of tintins and decorat- 
ing in paper, and water and oil colors. He is a 
native of Marlboro, and is highly respected in 
Marlboro as an enterprising business man. 



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Geo. O. Levasseur, Pharmacist, Marlboro, 
Mass. — It is gL'uerally appreciated that " time is 
money," but it is apt to be forgotten that time is 
often more than that — being in some instances 
equivalent to life itself. It not infrequently hap- 
pens that a serious delay in the compounding of 
a physician's prescription or in the obtaining of 
some drug or medicine, may be the means of 
turning the scale in favor of death in a fight 
against disease, and therefore it i.s obvious that 
every resident of a community is directly inter- 
ested in the establishment and maintenance of 
drug stores, when conducted by competent par- 
ties. Those residing in Marlboro and vicinity 
may well congratulate themselves on the perfec- 
tion of the service rendered by Mr. Levasseur, 
but they should not forget to encourage that 
gentleman to continue operations here by patron 
izing his establishment whenever circumstances 
will permit. He carries a complete assortment 
of drugs, medicines and chemicals, comprising 
everytliing necessary for the compounding of 
physicians' prescriptions in general. He is uni- 
formly moderate in his charges and his establish- 
ment has attained a more than local reputation. 
Stationery, toilet articles, confectionery, cigars 
and tobacco, and other goods are dealt in to a 
considerable extent, and Ihe employment of effi- 
cient assistants assures prompt and courteous 
attention to every caller, and it is natural that he 
should have built up a large and steadily growing- 
patronage. 



David Harris, Steam Marble and Granite 
Works; Moiuimenls, Head Stones, Curbing, etc. 
Howe Street, JSIariboro, J\lass. — It is compara- 
tively eas3' to decide where to place an order 
for something in common use, as for instance, 
clothing, groceries, etc., for everyone is more or 
less familiar with such articles, and has a com- 
paratively accurate idea as to what they should 
cost and what iheir quality should be; but when 
it comes to placing orders for monumental work 
or stone work of any kind, some little difficulty 
is met with, and therefore a word or two relative 
to the facilities possessed by ]\Ir. David Harris, 
will doubtless be appreciated by such of our 
readers as contemplate the purchase of anything 
in this line, for Mr. Harris carries on excellently 
equipped steam marble and granite works, and 
is prepared to do either monumental or ornamental 
stone cutting at short notice, and in a superior 
manner. He was born in England and has con- 
ducted his present establishment since 1883. It 
is located on Howe street, and those interested 
in cemetery work will find it well worthy of a 
visit, for many tasteful designs are shown, and 
the workmanship is equal to the best in every 
respect. 3Ionuments, headstones, tablets, man- 
tel pieces, vases, urns, curbing — in short, marble 
and granite work of all descriptions is done at 
moderate rates, and the employment of eight 
experienced assistants enables commissions to be 
promptly executed. Estimates will be cheer- 
fully made and all desired information given. 



HISTORICAL SKKTCH 



OF 



HUDSON. 



Hudson is one of the frontier towns of Middlesex Cottnty, being located in its 
northwest part, adjoining the county of Worcester. The town is bounded on the 
north by Bolton and Stow, on the south by Marlborough, on the west by Berlin and 
on the east by Sudbury. Its surface is comparatively level although by no means 
flat, most of it being coinposed of gently undulating land, although in the northwest 
corner it is bold and rugged, while there is one very considerable hill — Mount 
Assabet — on the south side of the river opposite the village. This eminence reaches 
a height of about 150 feet and is very gracefully proportioned, being free from abrupt 
outlines and most a<lmirably adapted to use as a site for the beautiful residences 
now becoming so common throughout the State. Many other eligible sites are 
available within the limits of the town and it is safe to say there is not a community 
in this section of the State offering more genuine inducements to those seeking a 
healthful, sightly and convenient location for a country residence. The railroad 
facilities are good and as Boston is but twenty-eight miles distant, all the important 
trade centers are easily accessible from the village. Hudson makes a very favorable 
showing as an agricultural community, although chiefly known in connection with 
her manufacturing interests, for her soil is productive and may be tilled Avith com- 
parative ease and the resident farmers are men of ability and enterprise. 



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The early history of Hudson is of course merged into that of the towns front 
which it was formed, for although Hudson has not yet finished the first quarter cen- 
tury of her corporate existence, the territory comprised within her limits has been 
settled for more than two hundred years and its history forms a part of the records 
of Marlborough, of Sudbury, of Bolton and of Lancaster. It would be quite impos- 
sible within our limited space to give even a summary of the many events of which 
accounts are preserved in these records, but our readers will find some of the more 
important of them spoken of in the historical sketches of Marlborough and adjoining 
towns contained in this volume. In many instances the most careful research will 
fail to give credit where credit is due in apportioning the part which the residents 




of the future Hudson took in the development of the community, for historians sel- 
dom specify very nicely in their accounts and it is thought sufficient to record that a 
certain act was performed by the citizens of a certain town, without regard to 
whether they resided in the northern or the southern portion of it. That part of 
Marlborough which was finally set apart to form Hudson was not settled so speedily 
as the other portions of the town for a number of reasons, the most important of 
which was that no valid title to the land could be given, owing to complications 
arising from Indian grants. Settlers, of course, did not care to have the labor of 
years in such jeopardy as the cultivation of land which could not be legally sold or 
transferred would necessarily entail, and until 1719, when this drawback wa& 
removed, very little progress was made. A grist-mill was built in 1700, on the 
Assabet River, the site belonging to Joseph Howe, whose daughter married Jere- 
miah Barstovv, who thus became the owner of the property, which he sold in 1723 to 
Robert Barnard, of Andover, Barnard coming to town the following year and open- 
ing a public house besides operating the mill. Other settlers gradually came in, 
among them being Solomon Brigham, grandfather of Charles and Francis Brigham, 
who have done much to make Hudson what it now is. Joel Cranston came to the 
village from the eastern part of the town in 1794 and opened a store and a tavern^ 



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He was a pushing, progressive man and induced some valuable citizens to take up 
their residence in the village, among them being George Peters, a blacksmith; Jede. 
diah Wood, a wool carder; Stephen Pope, a tanner; Folger Pope, a harness maker; 
and Ebenezer Witt, a miller. 

Cranston formed a partnership with Silas Felton, and these two men greatly- 
advanced the interests of the village, which was known as "Feltonville," when 
Hudson was incorporated. At a meeting held May 3, 1865, steps were taken to 




TOWN HALL, HUDSON, MASS. 

bring about a separation, and May 19, 1866, the Legislature passed the act of incor- 
poration but did not include that part of the territory desired, lying within the town 
of Bolton. Rather than have any hard feelings in the matter, the residents of 
Hudson and of that portion of Bolton which desired to be set off, left the question 
in dispute to arbitration, and it was amicably settled by the payment to Bolton of 
$10,000 and the acquisition of the desired tract. The new town was named in 
honor of Charles Hudson of Lexington, and to show his appreciation of the compli- 
ment, he offered to give |500 towards the establishment of a free town library, 
provided the townspeople would appropriate a similar sura. The offer was accepted 
and the library opened in 1867, since which date it has been liberally supported and 
has fully justified the hopes of its founders. At the first town meeting |3000 waa 
appropriated for schools, and from that day to this the cause of education has been 
aided by liberal supplies of money and by careful and skillful supervision. 
Religious instruction has also been provided from the very first, and the several 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF HUDSON. 



religious societies of the town are in a very flourishing condition. After schools, 
roads, etc., were given proper attention, the town decided that a public hall was a 
pressing necessity, and the result was the erection of a handsome, commodious and 
substantial building at a total cost — site, building and furnishing included — of 
$58,500. It is most conveniently arranged and is a credit to all who had a hand in 
its design and construction. 




HUDSON, MASS., HIGH SCHOOL. 

Shoe manufacturing may be said to have been begun in Hudson in 1815, for in 
that year a modest business was established by one who employed three assistants 
and made "sale" shoes. The real origin of the industry, however, was in 1835, 
when Francis Brigham inaugurated those operations which were destined to have so 
important a bearing on the town's future. He began on a small scale, but rapidly 
extended his business and attracted such favorable attention to Hudson that it has 
become one of the most famous shoe manufacturing towns in the State. Many 
tributary branches of manufacture are carried on here as well as some independent 
industries and there seems to be no reasonable doubt that Hudson has entered upon 
a career of permanent prosperity. The advantages she offers are solid and genuine; 
her railroad and banking facilities are first-class, the society is cultured and agree- 
ablCj^and take it all in all, Hudson fully merits her high reputation as a manufactur- 
ing and commercial centre and as a pleasant and healthful place of residence. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



HUDSON, MASS. 



p. E. Millay & Son, manufacturers of all 
kinds of Boot and Shoe Lasts. (Jontracts taken 
for Lasts, Dies and Patterns. Sole Patterns a 
specialty. Hudson, Mass. — The enterprise car- 
ried on by IMessrs. P. E. Millay & Son was inau 
gurated just thirty years ago by ]\Ir. P. E. Miila}^ 
and though the demand for the goods produced 
has readied great magnitude at the present time, 
the firm were never better prepared to fill the 
most extensive orderg at the shortest possible 
notice. Mr. P. E. Millay is a native of White- 
field, Maine, while Mr. F. \V. Millay was born in 
South Danvers, Mass., and became a member of 
the firm in 1886. The premises utilized for man- 
ufacturing purposes comprise two floors of the 
dimensions of 30 X 60 feet, ami two spacious 
store houses are also made use of, as the firm 
carry a heavy and varied stock whicli is constant- 
ly being renewed and which enables many orders 
to be filled without the least delay. The factory 
is fitted up with improved machinery and em- 
ployment is given to nine skilled assistants in the 
manufacture of boot and shoe lasts of all kinds, 
dies, patterns, etc. ; a specialty is made of sole 
patterns, and goods are sold directly to manu- 
facturers, contracts being taken for lasts, dies 
and patterns, and agreements being carried out 
to the letter. The distinguishing features of the 
policy pursued by this firm are "good work," 
"promptness," "best styles" and "fair prices," 
and this being the case it is not surprising that 
the business should be in a most prosperous con- 
dition. All orders are assured immediate and 
careful attention, and no inferior work is allowed 
to leave the factory. 



Andrew Blyth, manufacturer of Home-made 
and Cream Bread, all kinds of Plain and Fancy 
Cake. Sale store, Jefts' Block, Main Street ; 
Bakery, Broad Street, Hudson, Mass. — That 
some persons are prejudiced against "bakers' 
bread" is undeniable, and it is no wonder that 
such should be the case, for the goods offered by 
some bakers are certainly not all that they should 
be and are really unfit for domestic use. But it 
is poor policy to condemn all on account of the 
transgressions of a few, and it is undeniable that 
the bread, cake and pastry sold at certain public 
bakeries will compare very favorably with the 
choicest "home-made" productions. Of such 
quality are the goods handled by Mr. Andrew 
Blyth, and that his productions are acceptable to 
the most fastidious is proved by the character as 
well as by the magnitude of his trade. He is a 
native of Scotland and has carried on operations 
in this town since 1884. The bakery is fitted up 
with the most improved appliances and is located 
on Broad street, the sale store being in Jefts' 
block. Main street. Mr. Blyth does both a 
wholesale and retail business, dealing in home- 
made and cream bread, plain and fancy cake of 
every description, and all the goods usually kept 
in a first-class bakery. Wedding cakes will be 
made to order at short notice, and picnic and 
other pleasure parties will be supplied with sub- 
stantials and delicacies at very reasonable prices. 
Mr. Blyth gives careful personal attention to his 
business and spares no pains to fully satisfy 
every customer. 




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LEADIING BUSINESS MEN OF HUDSON. 



L. T. Jefts, manufacturer of Women's, Misses' 
and Children's Kip and Imitation Kip, Veal 
Calf and Imitation Goat, Pegged and Standard 
Screw, Polka and Polish Boots and Balmorals, 
with Haw Hide, Metallic, Box and Union Tips; 
also Joyce's Patent Protection Toe. Manufactory 
at Hudson, Mass. Salesroom at 103 Summer 
and 92 Bedford Streets, Boston.— Mr. L, T. 
Jefts is one of the most prominent manufacturers 
doing business in this section of the State, hav- 
ing been located in Hudson for over thirty years, 
and his factory is one of the most perfectly 
equipped establishments of the kind to be found 
in New England, both as regards the character 
and extent of the machinery it contains, and the 
provision which has been made to avoid serious 
loss by fire, for the manufacturing plant is made 
up of the most improved and efficient labor- 
saving machinery, which is run by a forty horse 
engine, and the premises are thoroughly fitted 
up with automatic sprinklers and an electric fire 
alarm. The main factory is four stories in 
height and 113 X 30 feet in dimensions, and 
there is a four-story wing attached, measuring 
25 X 37 feet. Employment is given to 140 
assistants who produce some 2000 pairs of boots 
and balmorals daily. Mr. Jefts manufactures 
women's, misses' and children's buff, kip and 
imitation kip, veal calf and imitation goat, 
pegi^ed and standard screw polka and polish 
boots and balmorals, with raw hide, metallic, 
box and Union tips. His goods are too well 
known to the trade to require detailed mention, 
and have for years been accepted as the standard 
from which to judge articles of similar grade. 
They are exceptionally durable, and combine 
strength and comfort to an uncommon degree. 
A salesroom is maintained at No. 103 Summer 
and No. 92 Bedford streets, Boston, and the 
facilities are such as to enable the largest orders 
to be filled at short notice. Correspondence 
may be addressed to Hudson or Boston, and will 
receive immediate and careful attention. Mr. 
Jefts is a native of Washington, N. H. (to which 
town he donated a fine public library in 1879), 
and as previously stated began operations in 
Hudson more than thirty years ago. In 1868 
the firm of Jefts & Smith was formed, Mr. Jefis 
again becoming sole proprietor in 1869. In 1870 
Messrs. Jefts & Davis continued the enterprise, 
and in 1872 Mr. Jefts resumed entire control, 
which he has since retained. He has served as 
over?eer of the DOor, and on the school com- 
mittee, and has occupied the position of presi- 
dent of the Hudson National Bank since that 
institution was founded. Mr. Jefts served in the 
house of representatives in 1883. He was also a 
member of the senate during the years 1886 and 
1887, since which time he has been a member of 
the State central committee. 

Levi P. EUithorp, Cloth and Velvet Cov- 
ered Caskets of every description; also Coffins 
and Ladies' and Gents' Robes, Wreathes, 
Crosses and Cut Flowers Furnished. Main 
Street, Hudson, Mass.— There is at least as 
great an opportunity for the display of taste in 
the choosing of caskets, coffins and other funeral 
goods, as ill the selection of any other commod- 
ities, and Mr. Levi P. EUithorp renders a 
general service to the public by offering an 
exceptionally large assortment of such articles. 



as his stock is sufficiently varied to admit of all 
tastes and circumstances being suited. He deals 
in coffins, and in cloth and velvet covered cask- 
ets of every description, as well as in funeral 
robes of all kinds, and the prices quoted are in 
no case exorbitant, being as low as are named 
anywhere on goods of equal grade. Another 
department of his business, and one that has 
proved of decided convenience to the public, is 
that devoted to the furnishing of floral emblems 
of every approved design, comprising wreaths, 
crosses, columns and other articles, cut flowers 
in general also being supplied in any desired 
quantity. Mr. EUithorp is in a position to fill 
all orders at very short notice, and the facilities 
at his command are very generally availed of by 
the residents of Hudson and vicinity. 

A. M. Pitt, Florist, Conservatories on High 
Street, Hudson, Mass. — The language of flowers 
comes the nearest to that " universal language "" 
which so many have attempted to establish, of 
any with which we are farniliar, for sorrow, joy, 
sympathy and congratulation can all beexpres.'cd 
in this tongue in a manner no one can fail to 
understand. A floral emblem will often convey 
sentiments which it would be difficult to express 
so satisfactorily in any other way, and it is but 
natural that the demand for flowers and for 
emblematic designs should increase as civiliza- 
tion advances. Some idea of what this increase 
has been may be gained by comparing the facili- 
ties now employed by a leading florist of Hud- 
son, A. M. Pitt, who succeeded Mr. Geo. Hough- 
ton in 1889. Mr. Houghton carried on operations 
over fifteen years. At that time the demand for 
flowers was small compared with the preserit. 
The premises occupied are located at the corner 
of High and Main streets, Hudson, and consist 
of four greenhouses, one of which measures 
20X60 feet, two 12x50 feet, and one 12x4'^ feet 
in dimensions These greenhouses are equipped 
with the latest improved apparatus, and both a 
wholesale and retail business is extensively and 
successfully conducted. Prompt and careful 
attention is given to ail orders whether by m;iil 
or otherwise, and a strict personal oversight in 
all matters pertaini-tg to this busincos, has 
resulted in securing the confidence and patronage 
of so large a number of the residents of this town 
and vicinity. 

James Burkill, Merchant Tailor, Hudson, 
Mass. — Shakespeare says, " Rich be thy apparel 
as thy purse can buy" and like many another of 
his sayings, this bit of advice is as valuable at 
the present time as at the date when it was 
written. The well dressed man enjoys more 
consideration in this world than he who contents 
himself with shabby attire, and the young man 
in business life who wants to make a favorable 
impression, cannot be too careful to dress fash- 
ionably and neatly. Of course, one's purchases 
should be guided by good ta'*te, and " extreme " 
styles should be avoided, but make it a point to 
wear good fitting and well-made garments and 
you will find the money they cost is well invested. 
We know of no better place to obtain fashionable 
clothing at a moderate cost, than at the estab- 
lishment conducted by Mr. James Burkill, for 
this gentleman is a merchant tailor of long expe- 
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37 



advantages. He is a native of England, served 
in the army for two years, and began operations 
in this tovrn in 187G. An entire building, two 
and one-half stories in heiglit and 20 X 40 feet 
in dimensions, is occupied, and an exceptionally 
large and varied stock of woolens is shown, 
comprising the latest patterns in foreign and 
domestic fabrics, and also a full line of staple 
goods. Mr. Burklll allows no inferior work to 
leave his store, and guarantees satisfaction to his 
customers. Honest goods, careful and thorough 
workmanship, perfection of fit and uniformly 
reasonable prices make a very attractive combi- 
nation, so that it is natural that this establishment 
should be extremely popular among those con- 
versant with the methods that characterize its 
management. Employment is given to five com- 
petent assistants, and orders are assured immedi- 
-ate attention. 



Tower Brothers, Boot and Shoe Machinery. 
Special attention given to fitting up Manufacto- 
ries, Hudson, Mass. — Even the most improved 
and efficient machinery will not of course assure 
success in shoe manufacturing, any more than it 
will in any other branch of industry, for business 
ability and enterprise are indispensable in these 
days of close competition, but it is not to be dis- 
puted that, other things being equal, the most 
perfectly equipped factory can turn out the best 
work at the lowest prices, and this being the 
case, the importance of using care in the selec- 
tion and maintenance of a mechanical plant 
becomes obvious. The firm of Tower Brothers, 
doing business on Loring street, handle boot and 
shoe machinery of all descriptions and make a 
specialty of shafting hangers and pulleys, and 
steam fitting, and give special attention to the 
fitting up of manufactories. The undertaking 
carried on by them was founded by Mr. F. A. 
Davidson in 1858, he being succeeded by the 
present firm in 18G8, so that Messrs. Tower 
Brothers have about twenty-one years of expe- 
rience to guide them in carrying on operations 
to the best advantage. During this period they 
have equipped a number of large establishments 
besides filling many smaller commissions, and 
the record made thus far furnishes the best pos- 
sible proof of their ability to fill orders to the 
satisfaction of all parties concerned. The firm 
is made up of Messrs. PI. C, and J. N. Tower, 
both of whom are natives of Stowe, Mass. Mr. 
H. C. Tower served in the army during the 
Rebellion, and has filled various town offices, 
such as selectman, assessor and water commis- 
sioner, and is also a mend)er of the IjCgislature. 
The premises utilized have an area of J', 300 
square feet and are very completely fitted up, 
the machinery in use being driven bj'^ a twenty- 
horse; engine, and emploj'inent given to twelve 
competent assistants. Among the more impor 
tant machines manufactured, may be mentioned 
rolling mills, moulding machines, heel filing 
machines, sand-papering machines, heel pricking 
machines, heel presses, embossing machines and 
peg-cutting machines; all of which are Ihor- 
•ouglily well made from selected material and are 
guaranteed to prove equal to representations. 
The firm are prepared to fill orders at short 
notice, and at the lowest rates consistent with 
.honest and skillful work. 



A. M. Mcssman, Jeweler, Watches, Clocks 
and Silverware, Manson's Block, Hudson, Mass. 
— Among the best kno%vn and most reliable 
establishments of this kind in Hudson is that of 
Mr. A. M. Mo.tsman, which is located in Manson's 
Block. Mr. Mossman has a well-earned reputa- 
tion for the excellence of his wares, and the 
fidelity with which work entrusted is performed 
hence his business is prosperous and steadily 
increasing. With the advancement of any com- 
munity in wealth, intelligence and culture, the 
fine arts of decoration and adornment prosper, 
and the skill and taste of the watchmaker and 
jeweler are brought more constantly and gener- 
ally into requisition. Twenty years ago it would 
have been impossible to have found customers 
for that class of goods, which now are really in 
the greatest demand. This store was started in 
1868, by S. M. Hewitt, who was succeeded in 
1878 by the present proprietor. The premises 
occupied comprise a store 35XoO feet in dimen- 
sions, which is very attractive in its appoint- 
ments. The stock carried is very select, com- 
prising the finest grade of watches, and a beauti- 
ful and unique selection of silverware and jew- 
elry, calculated to please the most fastidious. 
Mr. Mossman is a native of Sear.'-port, Maine, 
and is an experienced and practical business 
man. We bespeak for him a continuance of the 
success he has already achieved, as he is a gen- 
tleman af judgment and sound business princi 
pies, and displays taste in the selection of his 
stock, which embraces, in addition, all the novel- 
ties of the day in this line. 

H. M. Campbell, Harness ^laker. Jobbing and 
Repairing a Specialty. Whips. Collars, Sur- 
cingles, Brushes, Curry Combs, Halters and Har- 
ness Oils Harnesses washed and Oiled to order. 
Felton Street, Hudson, Mass. — The man who 
said that " harnesses are of two kinds, good and 
bad, and most of those in the market are the 
latter," no doubt exaggerated the matter some- 
what, but nevertheless it is undeniable that too 
many inferior harnesses are now made and sold. 
It is always worth \yhile to get a good harness 
for there is no necessity for paying a fancy price 
for such an article, and owing to its greater 
strength of material and workmanship it is the 
most durable and the cheapest in the long rnn. 
Mr. H. M. Campbell, doing business on Felton 
street, manufactures and sells harnesses of every 
description, and those who deal with him are 
sure of getting full value for every dollar they 
pay bim,"as his i>rices are uniformly reasonable 
and his goods are guaranteed to prove as repre- 
sented. Mr. Campbell was born in Naraguasus, 
iMaine. He enlisted in the army at the breaking 
out of the war. at the age of seventeen, in the 
Twenty-eighth Regiment Maine Volunteers, under 
Col. Woodbiuy. He opened his store in Hudson 
in 1887, and has built up an extensive business, 
which is steadily increasing, as the merits of his 
goods and the lownessof his prices become more 
generally understood. A large stock of s-ale har- 
nesses is constantly on hand, togetiier with whips, 
collars, surcingles, brushes, curry combs, halters 
and harness oils. Harnesses are waslied and 
oiled to order, and a specialty is made of jobbing 
and repairing, the work being faithfully and 
skillfully done in every detail and orders being 
filled at short notice. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF HUDSON. 



F. Brigham & Co., manufacturers of Women's, 
Misses', Children's, Men's, Boy's and Youtii's 
Pegged and Standard Screw Slioes, No. 5 Higli 
Street, Boston, Factory at Hudson, Mass. — The 
business carried on under the firm name of F. 
Brigham & Co., was establislied fifty-five years 
ago, and has long ranked among the leading 
enterprises of the kind in this section of the 
State, it having steadily increased in magnitude 
until the present factory, large and well-equipped 
as it is, has become too small to suit the purposes 
of the firm, who contemplate building another 
factory in the immediate future. As now con- 
stituted, the concern is made up of Messrs. Rufus 
H., W. F., and W. H. Brigham, all of whom 
were born in Hudson. The premises occupied, 
comprise three floors, of the dimensions of 
30 X 120 feet each, and are fitted up with a very 
extensive plant of improved machinery, which is 
driven by water power. Employment is given 
to 175 operatives who turn out some 1500 pairs 
of shoes per day, comprising women's, misses', 
children's, men's, boys' and youth's pegged and 
standard screw shoes, Dunham nailed shoes and 
sewed shoes. It will be seen that the firm man- 
ufacture a great variety of goods adapted to all 
ages and all conditions of wear. Slessrs. F. 
Brigham & Co.'s productions hold a high place 
in the market, for dealers and consumers have 
learned that they are honestly made from care- 
fully chosen material and will prove as repre- 
sented in every instance, indeed, their popularity 
is well indicated by the present productive 
capacity of 1800 pairs daily being insufficient, 
and there is no question but what witli increased 
facilities, the firm will materially add to the 
magnitude of their business. An office and ware- 
rooms are maintained at No. 5 High street, 
Boston, where full lines of the various styles 
manufactured are kept in stock, enabling orders 
to be filled at short notice. 

La-wrence & Wilkins, dealers in all kinds 
of Coal and Wood, 15 Broad Street, Hudson, 
Mass. — Among the most important commodities 
of the present day there is nothing of more, or 
so much importance as the fuel which is used in 
all occupations and in all domestic departments 
of our homes whether they are humble or of 
pretentious proportions. If we were able to 
announce the quantity consumed even in our 
one State of Massachusetts, it would surprise 
even those most familiar with such matters, 
while the quantity consumed is so enormous, it 
is for the interest of all consumers to become 
familiar with the different qualities of coal and 
wood, and to select for their use such as will be 
the most economical in the end for the purpose 
for which it is required. As it would be impos- 
sible for all manufacturers, as well as all house- 
keepers to devote much time to this subject we 
are all inclined to trust to the coal dealer, and 
when we find the coal and wood to be what we 
require, and the price to agree with the market 
prices quoted, we can but feel that we are deal- 
ing with an honest man. We would call the 
attention of the readers of this book to the busi- 
ness conducted by Messrs. Lawrence & Wilkins, 
on Broad street. The patronage which they 
have received is proof that they are honorable in 
their dealings, and the residents of this town can 
testify to the promptness with which all orders 
are attended to. 



Rufus Stratton, dealer in Meats and Vegetables 
of all Kinds, Wood Square, Hudson, Mass. — 
While speaking of the most prominent and well 
known business houses of Hudson we would call 
particular attention to that conducted by Mr. 
Stratton, dealer in meats and vegetables of all 
kinds. This establishment is the oldest of the 
kind in town, having been started over thirty- 
seven years ago Mr. Stratton had a partner tor 
a short time, since then he has conducted the 
business alone, and his successful carter is a tes- 
timony of his abilities. The premises will 
measure 1000 square feet, and are located on 
Wood square, Hudson. Employment is given 
to two efficient and courteous assistants. Here 
may be found a good assortment of tea, coffee, 
flour and spices, canned goods, patent medicines,, 
fruits of all kinds in their season, cigars and 
tobacco, as well as meats and vegetables. There is 
no finer assortment offered to choose from at any 
retail establishment in Hudson. The most fas- 
tidious can find goods precisely suited to their 
needs, while on the other hand no one need stay 
away for fear of liigh prices, as the rates quoted 
are as low as the condition of the market will 
permit. Orders are given prompt attention and 
delivered with accurac}' and dispatch. Mr. 
Stratton is the son of Lorenzo Stratton, who was 
the first manufacturer of shoes in this town, 
having started that business in 1827. Hudson at 
that time was called Feltonville, and only eleven 
houses standing at the time the father of Rufus 
came to the town. Rufus Stratton is a native of 
Hudson, and is well known both in business and 
social connections. He was assessor for over 
three years. His years' of experience and 
extended reputation are sufficient to warrant the 
confidence of any who may wish to patronize 
this store for the purchase of anything which he 
may offer to the public. 

H. Robinson, dealer in Produce and Provi- 
sions, also Fish and Oj^sters, Main Street, Hud- 
son. — The establishment carried on by Mr. H. 
Robinson, Main street, is very popular in this 
section of the town, and when the stock on hand 
is examined and the prices learned, the reasons 
for this popularity become evident at once, even 
without taking into consideration the prompt 
and polite service accorded to every customer, 
thus accounting for the enviable reputation 
which has been gained. This enterprise was 
started in 1881 by the present proprietor, who is 
a native of Concord, Mass. The premises occu- 
pied will cover 800 square feet, and Mr. Robinson 
has also a slaughter house on River street where 
about all the butchering for the town is done, 
probably killing over 400 hogs per year. The 
assortment of goods on hand is extremely varied 
but very carefully selected, being obtained from 
strictly reliable sources and therefore especially 
suited for family trade. It comprises meats, 
provisions and country produce in general, and 
at the proper seasons, and also includes fish and 
oysters, which for quality and freshness cannot 
be excelled in town. Employment is given to 
two competent assistants, and as we have pre- 
viously intimated, customers are waited upon 
promptly and politely. Quality for quality, the 
prices quoted are as low as the lowest, and the 
stock is so constituted that all tastes and all. 
means can be catered to satisfactorily. 



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Whittemore & Ewell (successors to G. Vf . 
Davis), wholesale and retail dealers in Flour, 
Grain, Feed, Hay, Straw, etc.. Poultry supplies 
a Specialty. Main Street, Hudson, Mass. — From 
its paramount importance and the character of 
the firms engaged in it, the wholesale trade in 
flour, grain, feed, hay, etc., is naturally one of 
the first to challenge the attention when compil- 
ing an industrial history of any section, and one 
of the foremost houses in this line in Hudson or 
vicinity is that conducted by Whittemore & 
Ewell on Main street. They are successors to G. 
W. Davis, a well-known gentleman, who started 
some years since in this business. In 1887 the 
present Arm assumed the full management of 
affairs and they now do an extensive and increas- 
ing business, both wholesale as well as retail in 
flour, grain, feed, hay, straw, etc. The premises 
occupied in the prosecution of this business, will 
measure about 2500 square feet besides store- 
room, which is required for the reception and 
storage of goods. Mr. E. AVhittemore is a native 
of Fitzwilliam, N. H., and ]\Ir. C. Ewell is a 
native of JNIaine. Both gentlemen are well 
known in this town, and the many who liave 
enjoyed business relations with this house in the 
past, are aware that one of its strongest claims 
to patronage is the celerity and accuracy with 
which all orders are filled. They make a spe- 
cialty of poultry supplies, and no concern is 
belter prepared to obtain goods at the lowest 
rates, and all advantages held are fully shared 
witli customers. They prepare and sell at 
wholesale and retail the celebrated " Peels Com- 
pound Condition Food," for horses and cattle 
and poultry. Their trade in this food is very 
large and constantly increasing. By a continu- 
ance of the strict personal oversight and attention 
shown in the past, the success of this house is 
certain. 



R. A. Guernsey., dealer in All Kinds of Wood 
and Coal; OfHce in the rear of Houghton's Fac- 
tory, Hudson, 3Iass. — Among the many enter- 
prises conducted in this town which we wish to 
call especial attention to, is that carried on by 
R. A. Guernsey, dealer in wood and coal. This 
business was first started in 1877 by H. Whit- 
comb & Co., and was well known by the resi- 
dents of this vicinity, but after a period of ten 
years they were succeeded by Mr. K. A. Guernsey, 
who is a native of Pittsfield, Vt. Since 1887 Mr. 
Guernsey has carried on an extensive business, 
both wholesale and retail, in all kinds of wood 
and in all kinds of hard and soft coal. His office 
is in the rear of Houghton's Factory, and he has 
the capacity for storing oOOO tons of coal. His 
terms are cash. This house should be classed 
among the most reliable establishments of its 
kind in this vicinity. Patrons and ])urchasers 
may feel assured of receiving excellent goods, 
honorable treatment and polite attention, while 
the prices are always reasonable. The trade 
from the start has annually grown, and the sales 
now reach a very handsome amount in the course 
of a year. Employment is given to two capable 
and energetic assistants, and the entire business 
is managed in a most able and satisfactory man- 
ner. All orders for coal or wood are attended to 
with care and promptness, as this house is able 
to compete with any in this line of business. 



C. W. Hclden, Dry Goods, Groceries, Crock- 
ery, Paints. Oils and Varnislies, Wood Square, 
Hudson, Mass. — It is about twenty-eight years 
since the firm of W. P. Holden & Son began 
operations in Hudson, and the enterprise has 
been under the sole control of Air. C. W. Holden 
since 1886. He is a native of Waterville, Maine, 
and is so general I j^ known in Hudson and vicin- 
ity that extended personal mention is quite 
unnecessary. Mr. Holden occupies premises of 
the dimensions of 53x55 feet, located in Wood 
Square, and containing an exceptionally exten- 
sive and varied stock made up of groceries, 
crockery and glass-ware, drj^ goods, paints, oils 
and varnishes and other commodities. In the 
confined spare which is at our command, it is 
manifestly impossible to describe such an assort- 
ment in detail, but it is very generally under- 
stood in this vicinity that Mr. Holden handles 
no articles that he cannot guarantee will prove 
as represented, and it is also well known that no 
lower prices are quoted anywhere in this section 
on equally dependable goods. Employment is 
given to two competent assistants, and callers 
are assured prompt and courteous attention, 
goods being cheerfully shown and uniform 
politeness being the rule towards all. 

F. S. Dawes, 

manufacturer of 
Cutting Dies and 
Chisels for Leath- 
er, Cloth, Paper, 
Sheet Metal, etc., 
corner Alain and 
Houghton 
Streets, Hudson, 
Alass. — Cutting 
dies and chisels 
play a very im- 
portant part in 
the maiuifacture of boots and shoes and other 
leather goods, as well as in the making of articles 
from cloth, paper, sheet metal and other sub- 
stances, and it is of course obvious that the 
value of the finished product depends in a great 
measure on the accuracy and ease with which 
these dies, etc., do their work. Air. F. S. 
Dawes has made a specialty of manufacturing 
cutting dies and chisels for nearly a quarter of a 
century, for he began operations here in 1866, 
his predecessor having been Mr. J. Monroe. 
Mr. Dawes is a native of Maine, and saw four 
years' service in the army during the Rebellion. 
Ilis factory is located at the corner of Alain and 
Houghton streets, and has an area of 2400 square 
feet, employment being given to eight assistants. 
All work done is (>f the best quality, new dies 
being warranted for thirty days, and no pains 
being spared to maintain the unsurpassed repu- 
tation for durability and efl3ciency so long held 
by Mr. Dawes' jiroductions, which are widely 
used by manufacturers of boots and shoes, 
envelopes, paper collars, cuffs, boxes, rubber 
goods, harness, blankets, straps, toys, labels, 
tags and numerous other articles. All kinds of 
boot and .shoe machinery will be furnished at 
the lowest marltet rates, and raw hide mallets 
are also dealt in to a considerable extent. A 
Boston oflice is maintained at No. 61 Lincoln 
street, and orders can be filled at very short 
notice. 




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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF HUDSON. 



Messrs. James T. & Ralph E. Joslin, Attor- 
neys at Law, Hudson. — Mr. James T. Josliii is a 
native of Leominster, Mass., and is -extremely 
well known in Hudson and vicinity, having 
maintained an office here for more than a quarter 
of a century. The firm also has an olfice in 
room 13, Advertiser Building, Boston, where 
Mr. James T. Joslin may be found Tuesdays and 
Fridays from 11 to VZ. Mr. J. T. Joslin is a 
notary public. These gentlemen are insurance 
agents, and our Hudson readers certainly need 
not be told what their reputation is as regards 
ability and zealous devotion to the interests of 
their clients. We propose to speak especially of 
the services they are prepared to render in the 
placing of insurance, as they represent various 
leading companies and are in a position to write 
policies at as low rates as can be named in con- 
nection with thoroughly dependable insurance. 
Among these companies are the following: 

Middlesex Mutual Fire Insurance Co., Con- 
cord; Fitchburg Mutual Fire Insurance Co , 
Fitchburg; Abington Mutual Fire Insurance Co., 
Abingtou; Cambridge Mutual Fire Insurance 
Co., Cambridge; Traders' and Mechanics' Mutual 
Fire Insurance Co., Lowell; People's Fire Insur- 
ance Co., Manchester, N. H. 

As our readers will see, there is no company 
in this list but what has the full confidence of 
the public, and those who wish to obtain a max- 
imum of security at a minimum of cost, can do 
no better than to give these gentlemen a call. 
The Hudson office is located in Jeft's Block, 
Main street, and callers are assured immediate 
and courteous attention, any desired information 
being cheerfully given by R. E. Joslin, who has 
charge of and can always be found at the Hud- 
son office. 



Boston Branch Boot and Shoe Store, L. V. 
Randall, Agent. Lewis' Block, opposite Town 
Hall, Hudson, Mass. — Boston being a great trade 
centre where the prices of all the commodities in 
common use are reduced to the lowest terms by 
active competition, it is natural that an estab- 
lishment having the name of the "Boston Branch 
Boot and Shoe Store," should be expected to offer 
special inducements to customers, and we are 
sure that those who visit the store in question 
with such an expectation in mind, will not be 
disappointed in the advantages there presented. 
The premises utilized, are located in Lewis' 
Block, opposite the town hall, and measure 
25 X 34 feet, this space being used to excellent 
advantage for the accommodation of an excep- 
tionally large and well-chosen stock made up of 
boots, shoes, rubbers and slippers of every 
description. It makes no difference whether 
you be young or old, stout or thin, rich or poor, 
you can find footwear here suited to your needs 
in this respect, and can feel sure that you are 
buying at " bedrock " figures and that the goods 
will prove just as repres^ented. This enterprise 
was started in 1885, and is very popular with all 
classes of bu3^ers in Hudson and vicinity. Mr. 
L. V. Randall has charge of affairs, and with the 
aid of two assistants makes it a point lo see that 
immediate and polite attention is given to every 
caller. The latest novelties in foot-wear are 
always to be found here, and goods are cheer 
fully shown on application. 



Geo. B. Cochran, M. D., Druggist, Wood 
Square, Hudson, Mass. — It is very natural that 
particular confidence should be placed in a drug- 
gist who is also a physician, for although we are 
happy to say that the large majority of our Mas- 
sachusetts pharmacists are educated, competent 
and reliable men, still there is a prevailing 
impression that he who fills such a responsible 
and exacting position as that held by a dispenser 
of drugs and medicines to the general public, 
cannot know too mnch concerning the properties 
and effects of the agents he handles. Conse- 
quently the popularity of the establishment con- 
ducted by George B. Cochran, M. D., in Wood 
square, is not to be wondered at in the least, 
especially as this gentleman has carried it on for 
nearly a score of years during which he has 
made a record which fully explains the cordial 
relations enjoyed with customers. Dr. Cochran 
is a native of Northfield, Vt., and is of course 
very widely known in Hudson and vicinity. He 
was formerly connected with the school com- 
mittee, and is ever ready to aid in advancing the 
best interests of the community by all practi- 
cable means. The premises utilized by him, 
comprise one floor and a basement, of the 
dimensions of 25 X 40 feet, and contain a very 
large and varied stock, made up of drugs, medi- 
cines and chemicals, toilet articles, pocket cut- 
lery, stationery, confectionery, cigars and tobacco 
and a full line of school supplies. The com- 
pounding of physician's prescriptions is given 
the most careful personal attention, and we need 
hardly say that no trouble is spared to avoid the 
least possible error, while the charges made are 
as low as is consistent with the use of the best 
obtainable ingredients. Employment is given 
to two assistants, and prompt and polite atten- 
tion is assured to every customer, moderate 
prices being quoted in every department. 

O. Ij. Woodbury, dealer in Fine Groceries, 
Provisions, Fruit, Confectionery, etc., 1 and 5 
Main Street, Hudson, Mass. — The establishment 
carried on by Mr. C. L. Woodbury, at Nos. 1 
and 5 Main street, was formerly a cooperative 
store, but passed into the possession of the pres- 
ent proprietor about fifteen years ago. Mr. 
Woodbury is a native of Bolton, Mass., and 
served a year in the army during the Rebellion. 
He has made his store one of the most popular 
of the kind to be found in this section, and its 
patronage is still steadily increasing. The rea- 
sons for this stale of affairs are by no means hard 
to find, for in every intelligent community enter- 
prise and fair dealing are sure to be appreciated 
and rewarded, and the residents of Hudson form 
no exception to the rule. The premises utilized 
by Mr. Woodbury have a front of 70 feet and a 
depth of 40 feet, giving ample room for the car- 
rying of a large and varied stock, made up of 
choice staple and fancy groceries, meats and pro- 
visions in general, fruit, confectionery, cigars 
and tobacco, etc. These articles are all selected 
with a special view to the requirements of family 
trade, and are sure to give satisfaction, they 
being guaranteed to prove just as represented 
No exorbitant prices are quoted, the lowest 
market rates being adhered to, and the employ- 
ment of five competent assistants assures imme- 
diate and polite attention to every customer, and 
the prompt and accurate delivery of orders. 



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Chase & Day, dealers ia Meat, Vegetables, 
Provisions, Fine Groceries, Fruit, Cliase Block, 
Wood Square, Hudson, Mass. — There are about 
as many theories as to the best way of doing 
business, as there are people interested enougli 
in the subject to talk about it, but after all no 
improvement has been made on the good old 
fashioned plan of giving every customer a fair 
equivalent for his money, and treating him in a 
manner that renders it not only profitable, but 
pleasant to come again. Such has been the 
methods pursued by the firm of Chase & Day of 
Chase Block, Wood square, Hudson. This busi- 
ness was formerly conducted by H. W. Chase, 
who is a native of Holden, Mass., — and who was 
succeeded in 1883 by the present proprietors. The 
premises occupied consist of one floor and base- 
ment, each 25 X50 feet and a store house. Mr. 
O. L. Day is a native of Roxbury, Mass. Both 
gentlemen are well known in Hudson. The 
success of this firm has been pronounced and 
prominent enough to fully justify the pride they 
feel in their business. Provisions, meat and 
vegetables, fine groceries, fruits of all kinds in 
their season, also select flavors of the choicest 
fruits and spices. Their delicious purity, un- 
•equalled strength and economy, commend them 
to all lovers of choice flavors. These goods will 
all be found to be of first-class quality, and are 
offered to customers at but a small margin above 
wholesale rates. Three experienced assistants 
are employed, and all who visit this establish- 
ment are warranted polite and prompt service. 

Hudson House, A. E. Cole, Proprietor. First- 
•class Table; Terms Reasonable. Main Street, 
Hudson, Mass. — Commercial travellers have a 
fashion of rating cities and towns by the char- 
acter of their hotel accommodations, and it would 
■disagreeably surprise not a few communities 
which think very well of themselves could they 
see themselves as others see them, from a trav 
eller's standpoint. In the case of Hudson, how- 
ever, the surprise, if any were felt, would be of 
a pleasant character, for the Hudson House ranks 
second to no hotel of similar pretensions in New 
England, and those who appreciate how the best 
interests of a manufacturing and commercial 
community may be advanced by the existence of 
a first class and well-managed public house in its 
midst, need not be told that the hotel in question 
deserves the hearty endorsement and support of 
all interested in Hudson's prosperity. It was 
formerly owned by j\Irs. F. Sawyer, but in 1885, 
passed under the control of its present popular 
proprietor, Mr. A. E. Cole. This gentleman 
was born in Schoharie, N. Y., and we may con- 
fidently assert without fear of successful contra- 
diction that he "knows how to keep a hotel," in 
the best sense of the phrase. Mr. Cole has a 
commodious, pleasant and conveniently located 
house at his disposal, and he spares no pains to 
make it a genuine home for guests, and to so 
lodge, feed and serve his patrons that they shall 
have no reasonable cause for complaint. The 
hotel is handsomely furnished throughout, has a 
bath room, a barber shop and a livery and feed 
stable connected, and is kept in the best of con- 
dition from roof to cellar, there being nine com- 
petent assistants employed, and every detail of 
the work carefully supervised. Accommoda- 
tions can be provided for sixty guests, and the 
terms are remarkably rdoderate. 




G. W. Poor, dealer in 
'z^-. Div and Fancy Goods, 
/^^<. lives' 131ock, Hudson, 
M iss. — So long as there 
aie people who prefer 
merit to bluster and show, 
and prompt attention to 
delay and indifference, 
there will be a field for the 
operation of such enter- 
prises as that carried on 
by Mr. G. W. Poor, 
Graves' Block, Hudson, 
dealer in dry and fancy 
goods. Immense " Dry 
Goods Emporiums," cov- 
_ ering acres of space and 

containing crowds of people made up on the 
proportion of four "shoppers" to one buyer, 
may be delightful places to visit, but they are 
apt to get monotonous after a time, and a person 
whose moments are valuable, does not desire to 
spend the whole afternoon buying a yard or so 
of cloth. Therefore we take pleasure in calling 
attention to the store conducted by Mr. Poor. 
He handles dry and fancy goods very exten- 
sively, and assures prompt and courteous atten- 
tion to every customer. Business was started 
about five years ago, and the retail trade has now 
reached large proportions, for the public have 
learned that the advantages offered at this store 
are genuine, and that entire confidence can be 
placed in all representations made. The prem- 
ises occupied cover 1500 square feet. Three 
experienced and reliable assistants are employed 
who are courteous and polite in their attentions 
to all. Mr. Poor is ever on the alert to serve the 
interests of his patrons, and we take pleasure in 
commending this popular establishment. 

Edgar B. Lucia, Registered Pharmacist, Rice's 
Block, opposite Town Hall, Hudson, Mass.— It 
is obvious that the entire community is inter- 
ested in the question of obtaining pure and reli- 
able drugs and medicines, for sickness is apt to 
appear in every family, and in spite of the claims 
made by those who argue in favor of "faith cure," 
most of us prefer to depend upon the means 
which the accumulated wisdom of thousands of 
years has placed at our disposal. Therefore such 
an establii-hment as that conducted by Sir. Edgar 
B. Lucia in Rice's Block, opposite the town hall, 
is worthy of hearty endorsement and support, 
for since ^Ir. Lucia" began operations in 1888. he 
has proved to the satisfaction of all unprejudiced 
persons that he spares no pains to supply the 
most reliable drugs, medicines and chemicals 
obtainable in the market. As for his ability to 
choose and to dispense such agents, the fact of 
his being a registered pharmacist effectually 
establi.'^hes that point, leaving the record he has 
made for carefulness and skill entirely out of the 
question. A large stock is carried, comprising, 
in addition to the articles mentioned, a fine selec- 
tion of druggist's sundries, toilet articles, con- 
fectionery, cigars, tobacco, etc. Prescriptions 
will be compounded in the most painstaking 
manner, and every facility is at hand to ensure 
perfect accuraev iii the minutest details. Orders 
are promptly filled and the charges made are 
uniformlv moderate. ISIr. Lucia is a native of 
Putnam, "^(Jonn., and has gained a large circle of 
friends in Hudson and vicinity. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF HUDSON. 



Graves & Jennison, Clothiers and Outfitters, 
Agents for tlie best Laundry in the Country, 
Hudson, Mass. — We all wish to look well and 
unless carried to extremes no one can find fault 
witli this natural desire, which only springs from 
a proper self-respect and regard for the opinion 
of others. A powerful, and, in fact, the prin- 
cipal aid to jn-eseuting a good appearance is that 
given by well fitting and fashionable clothing, 
and hence it is not surprising that when the pub- 
lic discovers an establishment that gives them 
articles combining both tliese highly desirable 
qualities at low i)rices they shoukl give it their 
hearty patronage and support. Such an enter- 
prise is that carried on by Messrs. Graves & Jen- 
nison, which is located at No. 11 Main Street, 
Hudson, and the extent of tbeir trade shows the 
appreciation of the public. Business was com- 
menced in 187o by Mr. H. W. Whitney, who was 
succeeded in 1876 by the present firm. Mr. A. 
K. Graves is a native of Southboro, Mass., but 
lie is well known in this town, having been at 
different times selectman, overseer of the poor, 
trea.surer and assessor. Mr. Jennison is a native 
of Welleslej^ Mass., and served in the armj^ for 
eighteen months. The premises are 24x75 feet 
in size. Their business as clothiers and outfitters 
is retail and they carry a fine asjsorlment of all 
goods in that line, ami an inspection of these 
goods wiil siiow that the workmanship is as 
honest as the goods are attractive. Trunks and 
bags can be found here, also, of best make and 
quality, and they are agents for the best laundry 
in the country. 

L. D. Light, Board, Feed, Livery and Sale 
Stable, corner Park and Washington Streets, 
Hudson, Mass. — There are many reasons why 
such an establishment as tliat conducted by Mr. 
L. 1). Light, at the corner of Park and Washing- 
ton streets, is of benefit to the community, for a 
well managed livery, boarding and feed stable is 
a decided public convenience, in.soinuch as it fur- 
nishes a means of enjoyable recreation and also 
tends to facilitate the operations of those visiting 
the town for l)usiness purposes. Mr. ijight is a 
native of Maine, and hiis carried on his present 
enterprise for about six years. The premises 
utilized contain fourteen stalls, and horses taken 
to board are assured comfortable accommodations 
and intelligent care. Some ver)' desirable teams 
are available for livery purposes, and as the 
charges are uniformly moderate, a fine oj^portu- 
nity is presented to those who enjoy a " spin on 
the road "behind a good horse. The vehicles 
are modern in style and are kept in tlie best of 
condition, while the horses are speed}^ and will- 
ing — quite different in fact, from those furnished 
by too many public stable keepers. Mr. Light 
has generally some very desirable animals on 
sale, and those wishing to purchase a good horse 
from a responsible party should give him a call. 

C E. Hall, manufacturer and dealer in every 
description of Harnesses; also dealer in Prof, J. 
A. Going's Valuable Horse Remedies, Saddles, 
Whips, Robes, Blankets, Sleigh Bells, Collars, all 
kinds of Horse Boots, Horse Brushes, Feather 
Dusters; Sperm, Neatsfoot, Machine, Axle and 
Harness Oil, Hudson, Mass.— Mr. C. E. Hall 
was born in Quincy, Mass., and has carried on 
operations in this town for nearly thirty years, 



having founded his present business in 1860. Of 
course his establishment is one of the most widely 
known in this section, for no enterprise can be 
conducted for so long a period without gaining 
more than a local reputation, especially when, as 
in the case of that to which we have reference, 
its proprietor makes it a point to deal honorably 
with all and always to sell his goods strictly on 
their merits Mr. Hall is a manufacturer of, and 
dealer in harness of every description, and tliose 
who appreciate the advantages of purchasing 
such goods from a reliable dealer would do well 
to give him a call when an3'thing is wanted in 
the harness or horse furnishing line, for he 
carries a well chosen stock made up of sad- 
dles, whips, robes, blankets, brushes, collars, 
all kinds of horse boots, horse brushes, feather 
dusters, etc., as well as sperm, neatsfoot,. 
machine, axle and harness oils. The premises 
utilized are located on Main street, and are 
28 X 36 feet in size, facilities being at hand 
for the making of custom work and the filling of 
orders for repairing at short notice, in a neat 
and durable manner. A full assortment of horse 
remedies is constantly on hand, and the price* 
quoted will be found uniformly reasonable. 

Small Bros , dealers in all kinds of Salt and 
Fresh Fish, Oysters and Shell Fish. Orders 
delivered free in all parts of the Village. Cham- 
berlain's Block, Wood Square, Hudson. — The 
manner in which some stores are managed makes- 
it a wonder that any business is done in them at 
all, as their ])roprietors apparently proceed 
under the assumption that whatever service they 
may be called upon to render to their customer* 
should be considered as a personal favor and not 
accepted as a right. In refreshing contrast to 
the above are the establishments run on true 
business principles in which a genuine spirit of 
accommodation prevails and prompt and courte- 
ous attention may be confidently expected by 
every patron, and it is of an example of the latter 
kind that we speak when referring to that con- 
ducted b}^ Messrs. Small Bros., located in Cham- 
berbiin's Block, Wood Square, dealers in all 
kinds of fish. This enterprise was first started 
in 1887 by Greenlaw Bros., who were succeeded 
by W. E. Taylor, in 1888. The present proprie- 
tors as-<umed control in iSlay, 1889, and carry orb 
a growing wholesale and retail business in salt 
and fresh fish, also oysters and shell fish of all 
kinds. They occupy one floor measuring 20x40 
feet, and employ a competent assistant. They 
are natives of Cape Cod, Mass., and although 
they have not been established in town so long a 
time as some others, they rank with our respected 
merchants. Those wishing anything in the fish 
line, and desiring strictly fresh and reliable 
goods at bottom prices would best serve their 
own interests by giving this enterprising firm a 
call. Orders are promptly attended to, and 
goods are delivered free to any part of the village. 
Messrs. Small Bros, ship lobsters and clams 
direct from Cape Cod, also their oysters direct 
from the beds, thereby saving middleman's profit, 
and ensuring to their customers products that 
are fresh and at the lowest possible market rates. 
Mr. W. H. Small of the above firm is the prin- 
cipal of the Hudson High School, in which 
capacity he is universally commended as a very 
eflicient instructor. 



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Edw. F. Partridge, Pliarniacist, IMain Street, courtesy and served with care and promptness. 
Hudson, JMass. — We are sure tbere are none of The usual line of druggists' sundries are handled^ 
our readers in Hudson but what are acquainted including fancy and toilet articles, perfumery, 
with the enterprise conducted by IMr. Edw. F. etc. Mr. Partridge also carries a large assort- 
Partridge, a.'* pharmacist, located on Main street, ment of his own preparations and the prices are 
There is no similar establishment in this vicinity, as low as the nature of the article dealt in, will 
that is more popular or more worthy of popular- allow. Physicians' prescriptions are com- 
ity. This business was started in 188G by ]VIr. pounded with the utmost care and attention, and 
Partridge, who makes it a point to keep his a liberal patronage is enjoyed in this department, 
assortment of drugs, medicines, chemicals, etc., as the public appreciate promptness combined 
so full and complete as to be prepared to meet with skill and caution. Only the purest ingredi- 
all demands tliat may be made upon it, and his ents are used and every effort is made to give 
careful attention to the interest of his customers complete sati.'faction to all. The prices in this 
has had its legitimate result in winning for him department are very reasonable, and form another 
the esteem and confidence of the community. rea.son for the increasing patronage which it 
Callers at this store are received with uniform receives. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 

OF 

FRAMINGHAM 



Like all the older townships of New England, Fraraingham has been reduced 
materially in area by the setting off of portions of her territory to form other towns, 
the reduction in the case of Framingham amounting to about twenty-five per cent,, 
as the original plantation contained about 20,500 acres, while the present area of the 
town is 15,930 acres. The first reduction took place in 1715, some 500 acres, known 
as Simpson's Farm, being then included in the new town of Ilopkinton. Holliston 
became possessed of a portion of the southern extremity of the town in 1724 ; and 
three years later Southborough took in " Fiddle Neck," as a certain long strip of 
land w^as called. In 1791 the "Leg" was annexed to Marlborough, and in 1846, a 
tract containing 3,000 acres was given up to form, in conjunction with parts of Hoj)- 
kinton and Holliston, the town of Ashland. A small gain in territory was made in 
1871, when a three-cornered piece of Natick land was annexed. Framingham lies 
half way between Boston and Worcester, being directly on the line, and is a beau- 
tiful as well as a prosperous town, its surface being agreeably varied, and the view 
from the higher lands being picturesque and attractive. On the north, adjoining the 
Sudbury line, is a range of high liills, the names of which are Nobscot, Doeskia 
Hill and Gibb's Mountain ; and in the Centre Village is Bare Hill, the summit of 
which commands an extensive and varied prospect, famous throughout this vicinity. 
Near the southern border are four clustered ponds, Cochituate Pond being on the 
eastern border and the Sudbury River flowing through the town diagonally from 
southwest to northeast. This river afforded abundant water-power before it was 
controlled by the city of Boston, and had much to do with the early building up of 
Framingham's industries. " The old Connecticut Path " passed through what was 
to become Framingham, and was first travelled in 1633 by a party of explorers 
journeying from Massachusetts Bay to the Connecticut Valley. Various Lidian 
villages were located hereabouts, and the early history of the territory containa 



44 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF FRAMINQHAM. 



thrilling accounts of fights, massacres and other stirring events which characterized 
the relations of the white with the red men. The earliest records pertaining to this 
territory speak of it as " Wilderness Land lying north of the path from Sudbury to 
Nipnox ; " this being afterward changed to " Waste Lands belonging to Thomas 
Danforth, Esq., lying between Marlbury and the old Connecticut Path." Finally by 
grant and by purchase Mr. Danforth became possessed of some two-thirds of the 
township, which was oificially known as "Mr. Danforth's Farms" for many years. 




Waverly Block and Irving Sv^uake, kSo. Framingham. 



He was born in Framlingham, England, and there is no doubt but that Framingham 
took its name from the English town, the "1" being dropped. Some have asserted 
that the original name was Framlingham, but there is no evidence to support this 
position other than that afforded by the insertion of the " 1 " in two instances in the 
-county records. Mr. Danforth always omitted the " 1 " and certainly he should be 
•deemed competent authority. 

The first dwelling house was built in 1646, its site being near the river bank, 
half a mile north of the falls ; the next one being erected in 1654, and several 
others within a few years from the latter date. King Philip's war put an end to 
settlement for a time but after the close of that struggle it was resumed on a com- 
pax'atively large scale. The residents were connected with the church at Sudbury 
up to 1675, but after that time Framingham was known as a plantation, and incom- 
ing families were accredited to Sherborn, Marlborough, or Sudbury, according to 
where they settled, their property being assessed in the town to the meeting house 
of which it was the nearest. The first action in the direction of securing incorpora- 
tion as a town was taken in 1693, when a petition was pi'esented setting forth that 
its framers had lived on certain " remote lands " for nearly forty years, that the 
■community was increasing steadily in numbers, that no meeting house was near, and 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF FRAMING HAM. 



45 



that consequently the people were put to great inconvenience. This petition was not 
granted owing to the opposition of Sudbury and Sherborn, and another petition 
presented two years later was also refused, but the settlers were determined and 
persevering and finally secured the necessary act in 1700, seven years after their 
first attempt. Sherborn secured the insertion of a clause reserving to her certain 
rights, and this clause caused nine years of litigation ; brought about the double taxa- 
tion of several families, and finally resulted in Sherborn being given 4000 acres of wild 




Looking South from Concord Street, So. Framingham. 



land by the legislature. The first church was organized and a pastor ordained in? 
1701 ; the first meeting house being located on the west bank of the Sudbury River,, 
in the old cemetery. It was two stories high, 30 X 40 feet in dimensions and un- 
painted. With the exception of those on the front or south side, the windows were 
varied in size and position to suit individual pew owners, and doors were cut in the 
ends and rear of the building on the same accommodating plan. 

Much of interest might be written concerning Framingham's conduct in the 
Revolution, for the town was patriotic and active throughout the war and lier 
soldiers took a leading part in the Battle of Bunker Ilill. Twenty-five Framingham 
men were killed in the war, and the total number of pensioners was sixty-five, 
fifteen of whom, or their widows, were living in 1840. 

There were 1,500 inhabitants when the Revolution came to an end and for the 
next score of years very little increase was made. Comparatively speaking, the 
early facilities for education were very good, many of the first settlers being compe- 
tent to act as teachers. Joshua Hemenway was employed as schoolmaster at an 
early date and received scholars in his house. The town was divided into five school 
districts in 1750, and school houses were built in the outskirts. The Framingham 



46 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF FBAMINGHAM. 

Academy had its origin in 1792 and was regularly incorporated seven years later» 
being merged into the town high school in 1851. The State Normal School was 
opened in Lexington, in 1839, removed to West Newton in 1844 and to Framingham 
in 1853. In 1785 the proceeds of the sale of the last of the common lands, were 
devoted to the purchase of a public library and one has since been continuously 
maintained, various consolidations being effected from time to time, up to the estab- 
lishment of the Framingham Town Library, in 1855, This is now one of the best 
equipped town libraries in the State. 

The present importance of Framingham is of course due to the extent and diver- 
sity of her manufacturing interests, which have attained great magnitude within 
comparatively few years. South Framingham is the headquarters for the industrial 
and mercantile interests of the town, and it is worthy of note that the first village 
industry of more than local importance was the manufacture of straw bonnets and 
vras begun in 1815. Although straw goods manufacturing has attained great mag- 
nitude here, it is now but one of various very extensive lines of industry. The 
South Village is the central station of the Boston & Albany Railroad, which of 
course has very materially aided its growth, but since the opening of the Boston & 
Albany in 1835, various other roads have been built, making the village an impor- 
tant railroad centre. 

The South Framingham Post-Office was established February 12, 1841, the 
original postmaster having been Joseph Fuller. Saxonville, another important man- 
ufacturing village, is treated of in another portion of this book. The industrial 
development of Framingham has been interfered with to some extent by the seizure 
of Sudbury River, as an additional water supply by the city of Boston, but there 
seems to be no reason to fear any further interruptions and it is evident that the 
manufacturing enterprises of the town are founded on a basis of solid prosperity. 
Recognizing that the limitations of space have prevented us from doing justice to 
Framingham's history, we feel the less regret from the fact that the action of the 
town in publishing a History and Genealogical Register, in 1887, has placed it within 
the power of all interested to thoroughly familiarize themselves with the subject. 
The task was entrusted to the Rev. G. H. Temple, the author of several town histo- 
ries, and a man thoroughly well fitted, both by nature and by education, for the 
work assigned him. He has produced a history which is strictly reliable, broad in 
scope and interesting in treatment, and we acknowledge our obligations to it for 
facts set forth in our own brief and imperfect record. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



SO. FRAMINGHAM, MASS. 



A. R. Newton & Son, House Furnisher.s, Fur- 
niuire, Carpets, Stoves, Wall Paper, Window 
Shades, Upholstered Goods, Waverly Block, 
South Framingham, Mass. — The enterprise con- 
ducted by IVIessrs. A. R. Newton & Son was 
inaugurated by Messrs. Bacon & Yates, this firm 
being succeeded by Messrs. S. Yates & Co. in 
1S82, and the present proprietors assuming con- 
trol in 1888. The tirm is composed of Messrs. 
A. R. and F. B. Newton, both of whom are 
natives of South Framingham and are very gen- 
erally known here. The premises occupied are 
located in Waverly Block and comprise three 
floors and a storeroom, their total area, exclusive 
•of the latter apartment, being over 9000 square 
feet, having been much enlarged since the tire of 
last year. The firm rank with the most enter- 
prising and reliable house furnishers doing busi- 
ness in this section of the State, buying for cash 
they offer goods at the very lowest rates. The 
stock carried is remarkable alike for complete- 
ne.'^s and variety. It comprises furniture, car- 
pets, stoves, wall paper, window shades, uphol- 
stered goods, etc., and contains so wide a range 
of thoroughly dependable articles that all tastes 
as well as all purses can be easily suited. The 
question of price has so all-important a bearing 
upon the success or failure of a business enter- 
prise that the mere fact of this concern's doing 
so large a business as it does is of itself enough 
to show that bottom figures are quoted, and 
indeed it is perfectly safe to assert that, quality 
for quality, no retail house in the State names 
lower figures on the goods handled. Every 
article sold here is guaranteed to prove as repre- 
sented, the latest novelties in house furnishings 
as well as full lines of staple goods are at hand 
to choose from and three competent and polite 
assistants are employed, prompt and painstaking 
-attention being assured every caller. Orders are 
delivered at short notice and without charge. 
No trouble is spared to fully satisfy the most 
■critical customers. 

Burtis Judd, Real Estate and Insurance Agent. 
Farms, Village and Country Residences for Sale, 
Mortgages Negotiated, Tenements to Rent and 
Rents Collected, Fire Insurance Effected at the 
Lowest Rates in the Best Companies. Office Wa- 
verly Block, South Framingham, Mass. — The 
gentleman whose card we print above, is one of 
the best known business men carrying on opera- 
tions in South Framingham and vicinity, for the 
nature of his calling brings him into contact with 
all classes of people, and during the twelve years 
that he has been located in this section and pur- 
sued his present occupation, he has gained many 
friends and built up a most enviable reputation 
for integrity, ability and promptness, ftlr. Judd 
■was born in Bethel, Conn., and began operations 



here in South Framingham in 1877. He is exten- 
sively engaged in handling real estate and 
always has on his books such a variety of farms, 
village and country residences, that those wish- 
ing to purcliase anything in this line will save 
time and troul)le by giving him a call. The 
estates offered by him vary greatly in price, size, 
location, etc., and therefore all tastes and all 
means can generally be suited from the list at 
hand. Mr. Judd, who has many desirable tene- 
ments to rent, and collects rent for property 
owners who do not care to give personal atten- 
tion to such duties. He is also prepared to effect 
fire insurance at the lowest rates in some of the 
leading companies, among which may be men- 
tioned the following : 

Abington Mutual, Quincy Mutual, Fitchburg 
Mutual, Merrimac Mutual, Dorchester Mutual, 
Continental Insurance Co., Glens Falls Insurance 
Co., Williamsburg Insurance Co., Jersey City 
Insurance Co., Rutgers Insurance Co., Sun Fire 
Office, London, England. 

Mr. Judd's office is in Waverly Block, and 
prompt and courteous attention is assured to 
every caller. He has placed a great deal of insu- 
rance for property owners hereabouts and offers 
advantages equal to the best. 

S. H. Williams, Planing Mill, Saw Mill, and 
Packing- Box Manufactory, Marble Street, South 
Framingham, Mass. — Very few people, not 
immediately interested, have any idea of the 
extent to which the manufacture of packing boxes 
is carried on, and it would unquestionably sur- 
prise the large majority of our readers should 
they visit the establishment conducted b}" JMr. S. 
II. Williams, on Marble street, and see the mag- 
nitude of the preparations made to carry on this 
line of production alone. Mr. Williams sells 
packing boxes directly to manufacturers, and 
operates one of the best equipped factories of the 
kind in New England, enabling him to fill the 
heaviest orders at short notice and to quote the 
lowest market rates at all times. The business 
was founded in 1870 by IMes.srs. Fales & Will- 
iams, and at first included carpentering and 
building, mill work, etc., but when the partner- 
ship was dissolved in 1875, Mr. Williams took 
up his present line of work. He carries on a 
first class planing mill and saw mill in connection 
with the production of packing boxes, and occu- 
pies a three-story and a basement building, of 
the dimensions of 40 X 115 feet, the upper floor 
being utilized by the Framingham Box Manu- 
facturing Co. The engine house is quite distinct 
from the main building, being separated from it 
by a double brick wall, thus reducing the risk of 
fire very materially. Employment is given to 
twenty-six men, and the value of the yearly 
product reaches a very high figure. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SO. FRAMINOHAM. 



O. O. Trowbridge, dealer in Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Ladies' and Gents' Boots and Shoes, 
Flour, Grain, Groceries, Croclvery and Glass 
Ware, Paper Hangings and Wooden Ware, 
Framingbam, Mass. — Whether it is in the extent, 
variety, or general desirability, of the stock car- 
ried, it would be hard to surpass the showing 
made by Mr. C. O. Trowbridge, located in Fram- 
ingbam, Mass., for the proprietor is a man of no 
small experience in the handling of the goods in 
which he deals, and he spares uo effort to supply 
his customers with the best the market affords 
in sufficient variety to suit all tastes. This 
establishment was originally started by Messrs. 
Alderman & Co.. who were succeeded in 1879 
by Messrs. Trowbridge & Savage, and in 1884 
Mr. C. O. Trowbridge, the present proprietor, 
assumed full control of the business, and 
although it is unusual, even in this prosperous 
community for so large a patronage as he has 
attained to be built up in so short a time, still 
there is, after all, but little to wonder at in bis 
success, for, as we have before remarked, he is a 
man of experience, and believes in honorable, 
liberal methods of conducting business. The 
public was quick to perceive the inducements 
held out, and therefore extended hearty and 
continuous support to the undertaking. The pro- 
prietor is a native of Framingbam and is over- 
seer of the poor, and is very favorably known 
throughout the community. The premises occu- 
pied comprise two stories and a basement each 
40x60 feet in dimensions and employment is 
given to three competent and polite assistants. 
A large stock is carried of useful and fancy nov- 
elties generally to be found in a first class variety 
store, such as dry and fancy goods, ladies' and 
gents' boots and shoes, flour, grain, groceries, 
crockery and glass ware, paper hangings and 
wooden ware. Strong inducements are here 
extended, and every effort is made to handle 
only reliable articles at bottom prices. 

Wm. W. Haynes, dealer in Watches, Clocks 
and Jewelry, Silver and Plated Wares, Spectacles, 
etc., Nobscot Block, in Store with Dr. Rice, 
South Fiamingham, Mass. — A reliable watch is 
without doubt as useful a companion as a man 
can have in these days, when business is done on 
the '■ high pressure" system, and the missing of 
a train or the failure to keep an engagement with 
one wlnse minutes are worth dolJMrs and who 
cannot therefore afford to wait for a laggard, 
may seriously injure one's prospects. Happily 
there is nothing to binder practically all who 
would profit by punctuality from possessing an 
accurate timekeeper, for, as a visit to the estab- 
lishment conducted by Mr. Wm. W. Haynes will 
show, such an article may now be bought for 
very little money. Mr. Haynes, who occupies a 
store in Nobscot Block in conjunction with Dr. 
Rice, carries a full line of watches in gold and 
silver cases, and quotes the lowest market rates 
on fully warranted goods. He also deals largely 
in clocks, jewelry, silver and plated ware, spec- 
tacles, etc., and offers some very desirable novel- 
ties in eacli of these lines. The repairing of 
watches, clocks and jewelry is given immediate 
and skillful attention, uo exorbitant charges 
being made and all work being strictly guaran- 
teed. Mr. Haynes has carried on this enterprise 
for five years and is well and favorably known. 



J. F. ROACH, 

Carriage, Sign anil Oraamsiiial Fainter,, 

Howard St., South Framingbam, Mass. 

box: 767- 

The enterprise carried on by Mr. J. F. Roach,, 
on Howard street, was formerly conducted by 
Messrs. Roach & Bryant, the present proprietor 
assuming sole control at the beginning of th& 
year 1889. He is a native of Framingbam, and 
is so generally known in this vicinity that 
extended personal mention is hardly necessary. 
]\Ir. Roach occupies premises of the dimensions 
of 40x70 feet and has every facility at hand for 
the doing of carriage, sign and ornamental paint- 
ing in the most approved manner and at reason- 
able rates. He employs four competent assist- 
ants, and is in a position to fill orders at very 
short notice if desired. Using selected stock, 
employing skilled workmen and giving careful 
personal supervision to the many details of his 
business, it is but natural that Mr. Roach should 
turn out work fully equal to the best. Poor 
painting, and especially poor carriage painting,, 
is neither useful, durable nor ornamental and 
both trouble and money may be saved by placing 
orders for anything in this line with so thor- 
oughly competent and reputable a business man 
as Mr. Roach. He deals in new and second-band 
carriages and harness to a considerable extent, 
and tbough he carries no stock, is in a position 
to offer some special inducements to those wish- 
ing to buy anything of the kind. 



F. B. Home, Druggist, Framingbam, Mass. — 
It is perfectly natural that the public should 
prefer an establishment in which prompt atten- 
tion and uniform courtesy are extended to every 
caller, and therefore it is not surprising that Mr. 
F. B. Home's drug store should be one of the 
most popular in this section of the State. The 
premises utilized measure 20x50 feet and are 
nicely and conveniently arranged, a very large 
stock being carried, and every provision made to 
ensure precision in the filling of orders. Drugs, 
medicines and chemicals of all descriptions are 
kept on hand in sufficient quantities to supply 
every demand, and great pains is taken to ensure 
their purity and general excellence. Mr. Home 
is a native of Framingbam and has been identi- 
fied with his business since 1870. He is a thor- 
oughly competent pharmacist and gives partic- 
ular attention to the compounding of physicians' 
prescriptions, rightly estimating this the most 
important department of his business. Although 
the main point looked after is accuracy, speed is 
by no means lost sight of, and annoying waits 
are avoided by patronizing this establishment. 
The prices are made as low as is compatible with 
the furnishing of fine and fresh articles, and will 
compare very favorably with those quoted at 
any other first-class pharmacy. Toilet articles, 
stationery and confectionery are also handled to 
considerable extent, and it is necessary to employ 
competent assistants in order to serve all patrons 
with promptness and politeness at this establish- 
ment. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SO. FRAMINOUAM. 



49 



W. C. CHAMBERLIN 

DENTIST. 

CENTRAL BLOCK, 

(Over Hastingt* Cloihing Store.) 

SOUTH FRAMINGHAM, - MASS. 



Whitmore & Daboll, dealers in Tea, Coffee, 
Flour, ISuoar, 8pices, Butter, Cheese, Eggs, Lard, 
etc., Waverly Street, South Framingham. — 
Without doubt one of the best known and most 
popular of the many grocery stores located in 
South Framingham and vicinity is that carried 
on by Messrs. Whitmore & Daboll, and when 
the methods pursued by the firm in question are 
taken into consideration, we believe no further 
explanation will be needed of how this popular- 
ity has been attained. The enterprise was inau- 
gurated in 1885 by F. E. Wiiitmore, the present 
firm assuming control in 1887. It is coinposed 
of Messrs. F. E. Whitmore and C. M. Daboll, 
both of whom give careful personal attention to 
the carrying on of affairs, and with the aid of 
two efficient assistants assure immediate and 
careful service to every customer. The premises 
made use of are located on Waverly street, and 
comprise one floor and a basement of the dimen- 
sions of 20x50 feet. The stock is both large and 
varied, and includes tea, coffee, flour, sugar, 
spices, butter, cheese, eggs, lard, crockery, glass 
ware and other commodities too numerous to 
mention. The goods are dependable, the prices 
are low and orders are accurately delivered at 
short notice. Therefore the firm do a large bus- 
iness, which is bound to steadily increase so long 
as the present methods are adhered to. 

Boston Shoe Store, J. F. McGlenan, Fine 
Boots, Shoes, lUibbers and Gents' Furnishing 
Goods, Waverly Block, South Framingham, 
Mass. — Among those bits of miscellaneous infor- 
mation which are sure to "come in handy" to 
everybody at one time or another, the wherea- 
bouts of a well managed retail boot and shoe 
store may properly be classed. All of us wear 
boots or shoes, and practically all of us like to 
know where we can obtain anything in this line 
at the lowest market rates, and for this reason 
the following brief mention of the facilities by 
Mr. J. F. McGlenan the proprietor of the " Boston 
Shoe Store " will l)e of interest, for this gentle- 
man not only qtiotes bottom prices but offers as 
fine a stock of footwear to choose from as any- 
one could wish to see. The enterprise was for- 
merly carried on by Messrs. J. F. McGlenan & 
Co., but in 1888, the present owner assumed 
entire control. He is a native of Providence, R. 
1., and has had sufficient experience in connec- 
tion with his present line of business to be thor- 
oughly conversant with it in every detail. The 
store is located in Waverly Block, at the corner 
of Waverly and Ilollis streets, and has an area 



of 1200 square feet. The stock on hand com- 
prises boots, shoes and rubbers of every descrip- 
tion as well as a fine line of gents' furnishing 
goods, and those in search of the latest novelties 
as well as those who prefer more staple goods, 
can find what they want here and may be sure 
of getting it at the lowest market rates in every 
instance. The goods are warranted to prove as 
represented, and customers are attended to with- 
out delay. 

Mrs. S. S. Given, Ladies' and Gents' Dining 
Rooms, 11 Waverly Street, South Framingham, 
Mass. — Mrs. S. S. Given has carried on the enter- 
prise with which she is now connected since 
1875, having at that date succeeded Mr. L. P. 
VVood. She is a native of Boston, and has a 
large circle of friends in South Framingham and 
vicinity. The ladies' and gents' dining rooms 
conducted by her, are located at No. 11 Waverly 
street, and have a most enviable reputation, for 
the food is first-class, the cooking is of the best 
and the service is neat, prompt and efficient. 
Mrs. Given offers a varied and carefully arranged 
bill of fare, and there is certainly no reason why 
all tastes cannot be suited from the extensive list 
presented. She also rents rooms at moderate 
rates, and such of our readers as may have occa- 
sion to make a long or sliort stay in this town 
and do not care to go to the expense, or wish to 
avoid the inevitable publicity attendant upon 
putting up at a hotel, would do well to take 
advantage of the accommodations offered by 
Mrs. Given, and we are sure that should they do 
so, they will have reason to thank us for the hint 
here given. The rooms are pleasantly situated, 
comfortably furnished and well kept. Employ- 
ment is given to three assistants and guests are 
assured prompt and polite attention. 

Geo. J. Masterson, Confectioner. Fruit, 
Cigars, Tobacco and Pastry. Concord Street, 
South Framingham, Mass.— There are some 
people who appear to have as strong a dislike for 
confectionery as a mad dog has of water, for 
they are always warning others not to eat can- 
dies or sweets of any kind and evidently regard 
sugar as a mild form of poison. Nothing could 
be much more nonsensical, for the fact that 
sugar is present in almost all kinds of food is of 
itself enough to show that it is beneficial and 
that its reasonable use is necessary to health. 
There is some confectionery which is hurtful, no 
doubt, owing to adulteration or improper flavor- 
ing, but there is no danger of being supplied 
with such if a reputable dealer be patronized. 
Mr. George J. Masterson, doing business on Con- 
cord street, is one of tlie best known confec- 
tioners in this town and has won an enviable 
reputation for supplying his customers with 
delicious and wholesome goods at moderate 
rates. He was born here in South Framingham, 
and has carried on his present enterprise since 
1888. The premises utilized are 15x30 feet in 
dimensions, and contain not only a fine assort- 
ment of fresh confectionery, but also fruit, pas- 
try, cigars, tobacco, etc. Employment is given 
to three assistants and customers may depend 
upon receiving prompt and courteous attention. 
Mr. Masterson guarantees his goods to prove as 
represented, and as his prices are uniformly low 
it is natural that he should enjoy an extensive 
patronage. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SO. FRAMINOHAM. 





T. Wise Motor and Machine Co., Wise's 
Patent Steam Fan Blower for Hot or Cold Blast, 
rear Liberty Block, South Framingham, Mass.— 
It is now some eight years since Wise's Patent 
Steam Fan Blower was placed upon the market, 
and we believe that it cannot be successfully dis 
puted that the claims made for it by Mr. Thomas 
Wise, the inventor, at the time of its introduc- 
tion, have been proved to be fully justified by 
the facts. The blower is run without the use 
of belts or a steam engine, it being driven by 
steam taken directly from the boiler, from eight 
to ten pounds pressure being sufficient It 
requires no special foundation, is compact and 
simple in construction, and can be used to advan- 
tage in positions where any other style of fan 
blower could not possibly give satisfaction. 
These blowers are made in different sizes and 
are fully warranted to prove just as represented. 
They are now being manufactured and sold by 
the T. Wise Motor and Machine Company, of 
which Mr. Thomas Wise is manager. He was 
born in Boston and is also the inventor of a steam 
motor for driving an electric dynamo without en- 
gine or belting, for the lighting of cars, steam 
boats, public buildings, etc., and is prepared to 
give any desired information relative to this appli- 
ance on application. The company occupy prem- 
ises in the rear of Liberty Block, and give prompt 
and careful attention to orders for their special- 
ties, and for steam-heating apparatus and iron- 
piping of all kinds. Heating plants will be put 
up and guaranteed to work satisfactorily, and 
moderate charges are made in every instance 



Thomson Brothers, Horse- Shoeing and 
Carriage Work, Howard Street, South Framing- 
ham, Slass. — This firm was formed August 4, 
1889, Mr. H. H. Thomson, the senior brother, 
having previously conducted the wheelwright and 
carriage business at the same stand, having suc- 
ceeded Mr E. Wilkinson, at the above date. 
Mr. A. W. Thomson became a partner, the firm 
purchasing the blacksmith business of Mr. W. 
H. Daniels, since which both branches of the 
business have been carried on by the firm occu- 



pying the premises measuring 30 X 60 feet and 
are located on Howard street, and are fitted up 
with all necessary facilities for the making of 
carriages and wagons to order, and the doing of 
repairing at short notice in a thorough and work- 
manlike manner, and blacksmithing and shoeing 
is done in first-class manner. Thomson Brothers 
have built up quite an extensive trade, for they 
are very careful and skillful workmen and allow 
no inferior work to leave then- shop at any price, 
they evidently believe there are but two ways of 
turning out jobs — a right way and a wrong way 
— and spare no pains to combine strength, neat- 
ness and "good style" in all these operations. 
Cheap and inferior carriage or wagon work is 
sure to prove the most costly in the long run, 
and that this fact is very generally appreciated 
in this vicinity, is shown by the rapidly growing 
popularity of the shop to which we have refer- 
ence. Thomson Bros, make no exorbitant 
charges, but quote as low rates as are consistent 
with the use of selected material and skilled 
labor. 



A. J. Wood, Millinery and Fancy Goods, East 
Waverly Block, South Framingham, Mass. — 
Among those establishments which are fairly 
entitled to being ranked as representative in their 
respective lines, the two conducted by Miss A. 
J. Wood in East Waverly Block, Waverly street, 
must be given prominent mention, for the enter- 
prise carried on by this lady was inaugurated 
some eighteen years ago and has long been held 
in high estimation by that portion of the public 
interested in millinery, fancy goods, etc. Opera- 
tions were begun by Miss L. Dowse, in 1871, she 
being succeeded by the present owner in 1874. 
The other store, devoted to dry goods and small 
wares was formerly carried on by Mr. Wm. 
McNulty, Miss Wood succeeding him in 1889. 
Miss Wood is a native of Upton, Mass, and has 
a very extensive acquaintance in South Framing- 
ham and vicinity. Her exceptional taste in the 
selection and arrangement of millinery goods, 
etc., is so generally conceded and has had so 
pronounced an influence in building up her busi- 



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ness, that it is unnecessary for us to dwell upon 
it, suflBce it to say that its effects are plainly 
noticeable in tiie character of the stock offered 
and the nature of the order- work turned out at 
her establishment. The premises occupied have 
an area of 700 square feet in the millinery store 
and about 1400 in tlie dry goods store, and her 
stocks contain a most attractive assortment of 
millinery and fancy goods, foreign and domestic 
dry goods and small wares, comprising the very 
latest and most tasteful novelties. Moderate 
prices are quoted in every department, and the 
prompt and polite attention given to callers has 
no little to do with the store's popularity. Order 
work is made a specialty, and as eight competent 
assistants are employed, commissions can be 
executed at short notice in a most satisfactory 
manner. 

Geo. F. Bemis, Watches and Clocks Cleaned 
and Repaired, Framingham, Mass. — A house 
which probably carries at least as full an assort- 
ment of the goods in which it deals as any sim- 
ilar establishment in this village is that now 
conducted by Mr. Geo. F. Bemis. This gentle- 
man succeeded Mr. Cyrus N. Gibbs in business 
in 1881, and has been successful in building up a 
reputation for honest and faithful work in all 
grades of work in his line. Mr. Bemis keeps a 
good line of the daily and weekly papers, and 
periodicals, which is an accommodation to this 
vicinity. The je-\velry repairing department is a 
very important feature of the business, a spe- 
cialty being made of repairing. Most complicated 
and delicate watches or chronometers may be 
unhesitatingly confided to Mr. Bemis with the 
assurance that they cannot be entrusted to more 
skillful or experienced -hands. Repairs of what- 
ever nature in watches, clocks, jewelry, etc., 
will receive early and painstaking attention and 
will be executed at very low prices. Mr. Bemis 
was born in Shrewsbury, ]\Iass., and served in 
the United States Navy for twelve years. He is 
well known throughout Framingham, as an 
enterprising and reliable man, and one who can 
safely guarantee that all work in his particular 
line that is entrusted to him shall be satisfacto- 
rily performed in every particular. 

W. F, Ward, Meat, Canned Goods, Fruit, 
Vegetables, Grant Street, South Framingham, 
Mass. — There is nothing to be gained by stinting 
one's self in the matter of food, and this fact is 
now so clearly demonstrated that there should be 
an end to the clamors of those good-intentioned 
but unpractical men who have had so much to 
say in the past about the "extravagance" of 
American working-men who eat a good deal of 
meat and insist upon having it of superior qual- 
ity too. They no doubt eat more solid food 
than do workingmen across the water, but they 
also do more solid work and consequently there 
is a distinct gain instead of that "tremendous 
loss " we all have heard so much about. The 
great demand for meats, etc., has resulted in 
many establishments devoted to their sale being 
opened in this vicinity, and prominent among 
these is that conducted by Mr. W. F. Ward, 
located on Grant street. Mr. Ward is extremely 
well known in South Framingham, and occupies 
the position of overseer of the poor. The prem- 
ises made use of by him are of the dimensions of 
25x35 feet, and are well stocked with a carefully 



selected assortment of meats, canned goods, veg- 
etables, fruits, etc. This assortment .is suffi- 
ciently varied to allow of all tastes and purses 
being suited, and the goods composing it are 
quoted at the lowest market rates in every 
instance. Mr. Ward has built up a very desira- 
ble trade since beginning operations in 1888, and 
his establishment owes a good share of its popu- 
larity to the care and promptness shown in the 
filling of every order. 

F. C. Hastings, One Price Clothier, dealer in 
Men's and Boys' Fine Ready Made Clothing, 
Hats and Furnishings, Trunks and Bags, HoUis 
Street, South Framingham, Mass.— Mr. F. C. 
Hastings shows a very desirable stock of fine 
ready-made clotliing at his store on Mollis street, 
and those who wish to purchase anything in this 
line will make no mistake if they place their 
orders with him, first because his garments are 
fully up to tlie standard in every respect, and 
second because they are offered at the lowest 
market rates. Mr. Hastings is a native of 
Framingham and has carried on his present 
establishment since 1882. His reputation for 
square dealing is too well known to require 
dwelling upon in these pages, and the genuine 
character of the inducements offered to custom- 
ers has resulted in the building up of a large 
business. Another thing which has done much 
to bring the enterprise favorably before the pub- 
lic is the uniform courtesy shown to every caller, 
whether you wish to buy or merely to "look 
around," you are assured prompt and polite 
attention, and should you make. a purchase it 
will prove as represented every time. Hats and 
furnishings are dealt in as well as clothing, as are 
also trunks, bags and similar goods. The latest 
and most approved novelties are obtained at the 
earliest possible moment, and those who make it 
a point to be fully "up to the times" in their 
dress, will gain many valuable hints by visiting 
this popular establishment. 

One Price Shoe Store, Concord Street, South 
Framingham, Mass.— The "one price shoe store" 
is probably as generally popular an institution 
as could easily be found in this vicinity, and the 
causes of its jjopularity are by no means hard to 
discover, for it only needs a visit to the establish- 
ment to demonstrate that the stock on hand is 
large, varied and most skillfully selected, that 
the prices quoted are as low as the lowest (being 
put down to hard pan to begin with and not so 
arranged that they maybe "beaten down" ten 
or twenty per cent, and still yield a profit) and 
that callers are sure of receiving prompt and 
polite attention. Of course, under these circum- 
stances the enterprise is bound to be poi)ular, 
and to constantly increase in popularity under 
its present methods of management. It was 
started in 1880 by Mr. James Sullivan, wlio, 
since 1887 has carried it on in partnership with 
Mr. A. J. Hemenway. Both these gentlemen 
are natives of this town and have many friends 
in the community. Boots, shoes, rubbers and in 
fact footwear of all kinds are constantly in 
stock, repairing of every description is promptly, 
neatly and stron.nly done at moderate rates, and 
no one in want of anything in their line of busi- 
ness can afford to pass by the advantages offered 
by this energetic and experienced firm. 



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Wm. Nicholson, Florist. P. O. Box 265, 
Framingham, Mass. — It is very interesting to 
observe how plants and flowers may be influ- 
enced and helped or hindered in their growth by 
skillful cultivation, and the nearest that man has 
come to ever creating anything is doubtless in 
this field of operation. Blossoms are now grown 
single, double or triple, at the will of the florist, 
colors are mingled and shaded to suit the taste, 
and new varieties of flowers are constantly being 
produced. Of course to accomplish such won- 
derful things in our unfavorable northern cli- 
mate, requires elaborate and costly hot-houses 
and other apparatus as well as experience and 
skill, and considering the necessary expenses 
that florists are put to, it is surprising thai they 
are able to supply their productions at the gen- 
erally low rates quoted by them. There is, to be 
sure, considerable difference in the prices asked 
by different houses in this business, but no mis- 
take can be made in placing orders with Mr. 
Wm. Nicholson as this gentleman bears a well- 
earned reputation for supplying plants and 
flowers at the lowest market rates. The green- 
houses now managed by Mr. Nicholson were 
started by Mr. W. H. Mellen in 1880 as private 
ones, and in 1887 Mr. Nicholson hired the estate 
of the Mellen heirs, and the vmdertaking has 
been received with unusual favor, as it at once 
became apparent that the proprietor had a thor- 
ough knowledge of his business, and was well 
prepared to meet all honorable competition. 
The conservatories cover an area of 6000 square 
feet and are heated by hot water, and comprise 
one house devoted to the cultivation of roses, one 
to carnations, and two to the raising of tomatoes 
and cucumbers. Wholesale or retail orders 
addressed to P. O. Box 165, Framingham, Mass., 
for either of the above named flowers or vegeta- 
bles will receive prompt attention, and will be 
supplied at positively the lowest market rates. 
Mr. Nicholson is about building a new and large 
green house for the accommodation of all his 
rapidly increasing business which will be located 
on Cross street between Grove and Pleasant 
streets within three minutes' walk from Fram- 
ingham Centre depot. He expects to move his 
business to this new plant about September 1, 
1890. A full line of budding plants constantly 
on hand, and orders for hardy shrubs and roses 
will be filled promptly. 

O. O. Stevens, dealer in Ice. Refrigerators for 
Sale or to Let. Ofi3ce: No. 1 CJoncord Street, 
near railroad crossing. Ice Houses : Learned 
Street, off Union Avenue, South Framingham, 
Mass. — It was formerly supposed that the 
process of freezing eliminated all impurities 
from the water, and that consequently all 
freshwater ice was suitable for family use no 
matter from what source it came. Compar- 
atively recent experiments and analyses have 
proved this theory to be false, however, and as 
the dangers arising from the promiscuous use of 
impure ice are similar in kind if not in degree to 
those incurred by using impure water, we feel 
we are doing our readers a service by calling 
their attention to them and by showing how tliey 
may be avoided. Mr. C. C. Stevens makes a 
specialty of dealing in pure ice and is prepand 
to supply it in any desired quantities at moderate 



rates. His ice-houses are located on Learned 
street, off Union avenue, on Leonard's pond 
which is a spring-supplied pond affording water 
of the verj' highest test of purity, and have a 
capacity of 7,000 tons, so that even his extensive 
wholesale and retail trade can be fully accommo- 
dated. Mr. Stevens was born in Lebancm, 
Maine, and succeeded Mr. Edwin Fames in the 
ownership of the business under consideration in 
in 1876. He was at one time road commissioner 
and is very generally known throughout this sec- 
tion. The system of delivery is well-arranged, 
and as experienced, careful and courteous drivers 
are employed, customers may depend upon reli- 
able and uniformly satisfactory service. Mr. 
Stevens has refrigerators for sale or to let and 
supplies them at low rates. His ofBce is at No. 
1 Concord street, near railroad crossing, and 
callers will receive immediate and polite atten- 
tion. 




Edmonds & Brow^n, Hurlburt's old stand ; 
Jewellers and Opticians; constantly on hand a 
fine line of Watches, Clocks, Jewelry and Silver- 
ware ; Irving Square, South Framingham, Mass. 
— This establishment was founded in 1878 by 
Mr. W. R. Hurlbut who continued the business 
until 1889 when it passed into the possession of 
the present firm. The store is located in Irv- 
ing square, and carries a carefully chosen stock 
of jewelry, watches, clocks, silver and plated 
ware, together with a fine assortment of specta- 
cles and eye-glasses of all kinds. All these goods 
are fully warranted to prove precisely as repre- 
sented, and the prices quoted on them will bear 
the severest comparison with any named on 
articles of equal merit elsewhere ; a specialty is 
made of fine repairing and jobbing, and those 
wishing to have anything in the jewelry line 
made to order, will find Messrs. Edmonds & 
Brown ready to execute such commissions in a 
superior manner at moderate rates. The most 
delicate and difficult repairing will be skillfully 
done at short notice, watches being cleaned, 
oiled and put in perfect running order at small 
expense. 



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Gregory & Co., Boot and Shoe manufacturers, 
South Franiiugham, Mass. — The enterprise now 
conducted under the firm-name of Gregory & 
Co., was inaugurated nearly seventy years ago, 
it having been originally established in 1821. 
Thirty years later it came into the possession of 
Messrs. Claflin, Coburn & Co , who were suc- 
ceeded by the firm of Bridges & Co. in 1876. In 
1890 tlie firm-name was changed to Gregory & 
Co., the Boston office is at No. 138 Summer 
street. Ex-Governor W. Claflin, N. P. Coburn, 
James A. Woolson, Wm. F. Gregory and O. B. 
Root are the proprietors. Mr. D. T. Bridges is 
the manager of the South Framiiighani factory. 
This gentleman is a native of llopkinton and 
gives close personal attention to the more im- 
portant details connected with the carrying on 
of the enterprise. The factory is five stories in 
height and 40 X 240 feet in dimensions, being 
equipped with the latest improved machinery in 
every department, the total rapacity of the plant 
being 2400 pairs per day. Employment is given 
to 375 operatives, and a seventy-five-horse engine 
is utilized to furnish the necessary motive power. 
The productions of this vast establishment have 
been so long accepted as the standard in their 
various lines that it is quite unnecessary to dwell 
upon their desirability, but it may at least be 
said that no trouble is spared to fully maintain 
their unsurpassed reputation, and that no firm in 
the country is better prepared to fill the heaviest 
orders at positively bottom rates. 



Wm. J. Arbuckle, Horseshoer, Carriage Smith, 
and General Jobber, South Framingham, Mass. 
—Mr. Wm. J. Arbuckle succeeded Mr. O. N. 
Callahan at the beginning of 1889, but he is by 
no means inexperienced in the horse-shoeing and 
carriage smithing business, having carried it on 
for a full score of years in Boston, Walpole, etc. 
lie is a native of West Medway, Mass , and has 
an extended "war record," having served in the 
army five years and six months. His shop is 
located west of the Common, and has an area of 
3000 square sect, being fitted up with every facil- 
ity for the making of carriages and wagons to 
order, and the doing of jobbing of all kinds. 



Mr. Arbuckle employs three efficient assistants, 
and as he gives personal attention to the filling 
of orders, is well prepared to warrant all work 
leaving his shop. Those thinking of having a 
wagon or carriage built would do well to com- 
municate with him, for estimates will be promptly 
and cheerfully furnished and his experience 
enables him to produce vehicles combining good 
slock and good workmanship, at moderate fig- 
ures. Repairing is neatly and durably done at 
short notice, and no pains is spared to fully sat- 
isfy every customer, and to al)ide closely by all 
representations and agreements which may be 
made, thus building up a large business on a firm 
and sure foundation. 

Tucker & Young, Real Estate Brokers, Odd 
Fellows Block, Managers South Framingham. 
Mass. Branch Office of the Co-operative Farm 
Agency. (Main Office, 178 Washington Street, 
Boston, Mass.) — The South Framingham branch 
of the Co-operative Farm Agency, whose main 
office is at No. 178 Washington street, Boston, 
was opened by Mr. J. M. Young in January, 
1889, and during the same year the firm was 
changed to Tucker & Young. The concern tran- 
sact a general insurance business representing 
some of best fire insurance companies. They are 
also agents for tlie Mutual Life Insurance Com- 
pany. They handle real estate of all kinds, and 
those who wish to buy or to sell anything in this 
line, will find it for their interest to give the firm 
a call, for the time thus spent will not be wasted 
at all events, for INIessrs. Tucker & Young are in 
a position to give "inside" information concern- 
ing real estate matters and offer so large a variety 
of such property that there are but few investors 
who could not find something on their books 
suited to their ta.ste and means. Monej' will be 
loaned on real estate at moderate rates, and per- 
haps .some of our readers who are in want of 
cash or who think that the interest they are now 
paying is higher than it should be, may make 
arrangements advantageous to all parties con- 
cerned b)' stating their case to Messrs. Tucker & 
Young. The experiment is worth trying, and 
we need hardly add that such business is consid- 
ered strictly confidential. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SO. FRAMINOHAM. 



South Framingham'' Hotel, Wm. G. Morse, 
Proprietor. Terms, $2.00 per day. Special rates 
to commercial men. Opposite the Depot, South 
Framingham, Mass. — There is no lack of hotels 
in South Framingham and each of them no 
doubt has its merits, but it would be difficult to 
find one more generally and deservedly popular 
among experienced travellers than is that con- 
ducted by Mr. William G. Morse, opposite the 
depot. The South Framingham Hotel has been 
carried on by the present proprietor for about 
fifteen years, and is a twenty-five room house, 
offering about as much "solid comfort" to the 
square incli as any hotel we know of. Mr. 
Morse served in the army during the Rebellion, 
and is so widely known in this vicinity that 
detailed personal mention of him is entirely 
uncalled for. That he " knows how to keep a 
hotel " hundreds of people will cheerfully testify, 
and his'popularity among " commercial men" is 
by no means the least convincing proof of his 
abilities in this respect, for these wide awake 
members of the community are certainly well 
qualified to judge of the merits of a hotel, and 
are as outspoken in denouncing a house that is 
not managed as it should be, as they are generous 
in patronizing one which is carried on in the lib- 
eral and intelligent manner which characterizes 
the management of the South Framingham 
Hotel. The terms of this house are $3.00 per 
day, and special rates are made to commercial 
men. The rooms are pleasant, comfortably fur- 
nished and well kept, and the table is supplied 
at all times of year with an abundant variety of 
wholesome and palatable food. Employment is 
given to six efficient assistants, and the service is 
uniformly prompt and reliable. 

Auburn Last Co., manufacturers of Lasts of 
All Kinds and Sole Patterns. E. D. Stone, 
Treasurer and Superintendent, Factory on How- 
ard Street, South Framingham, Mass.— The 
Auburn Last Company began operations in 1876 
and was at that time located in Auburn, Maine, 
but in 1883 the business was transferred to this 
town, since when its rapid and constant develop- 
ment has proved the wisdom of the change. 
The factory is a two-story structure of the 
dimensions of 30x50 feet, and is equipped with 
a very complete plant of the most improved 
machinery, power being furnished by a twenty- 
five-horse engine. The company manufacture 
lasts of every "description and also sole patterns, 
their productions being so well and favorably 
known to manufacturers as to render detailed 
mention entirely unnecessary. A specialty is 
made of rubber shoe lasts, and the ])rices quoted 
on these goods afford a significant indication of 
the degree of economy of production which may 
be brought about by the use of efficient machin- 
ery, the employment of skilled labor, and pains- 
taking and intelligent superintendence. The 
most extensive orders can be filled at short notice 
and the lowest market rates are named on all the 
goods produced. The treasurer and superinten- 
dent is Mr. E. D. Stone, who is a native of Fal- 
mouth, Maine, and has an extensive acquaintance 
among boot and shoe manufacturers. He gives 
very careful supervisiou.to the many details of 
the business and the company's high reputation 
is largely due to his efforts to fully satisfy every 
customer. 



J. H. Randall, House Painter and Decorator, 
Hard Wood Polishing, Tinting, Whitening and 
Paper Hanging, Framingham Centre, Mass. 
Post-office Box 11, South Framingham, Mass. — 
Economy is an excellent thing in its way; but 
there is a decided difference between true and 
false economy, and care should be taken lest in 
seeking one the other should be fallen into. For 
instance, it used to be the custom to allow build- 
ings to remain unpainted to save the expen.se of 
painting them, but it has been discovered by 
experience that such a course, far from saving 
money actually wasted it, as the elements beat- 
ing on the bare boards soon reduced them to 
decay and uselessness. It therefore follows that 
no frame structure should be permitted to be 
exposed, wholly or in part, without the protec- 
tion aflorded by paint, and considerations of 
economy, as well as of pride, should induce 
every house-owner to see that his buildings are 
tlioroughly covered with this useful material. 
It will not require frequent renewing if applied 
by skillful hands, and as good a firm as can be 
found to attend to work of the kind, is that of 
J. H. Randall, doing business on Main street. 
This firm commenced operations in 1889, and 
has gained the confidence and patronage of the 
public by the us*^ of first-class stock, and the 
prompt and careful filling of all orders. The 
premises occupied cover an area of 1350 feet, 
where Mr. Randall is prepared to receive orders 
for all kinds of house and decorative painting, 
also glazing, sign painting, paper hanging, tint- 
ing, kalsomining and white-washing, etc. A 
sufficient force of competent workmen are em- 
ployed to guarantee all work to be satisfactory, 
and done in a neat, clean, and workmanlike 
manner. Orders by mail addressed to post-office 
box No. 11, South Framingham, Mass.. will be 
acted upon without delay, and the lowest prices 
are charged that are consistent with fine mate- 
rial, and skilled labor. Mr. Randall is a thor- 
oughlj^ practical workman and gives close 
personal attention to all the details of his business. 

Isaac A. Lombard, Pharmacist; also Circulat- 
ing Library, South Framingham, Mass. — The 
oldest pharmacy in town is that conducted by 
Mr. Isaac A. Lombard, on Waverly street, and 
this establishment deserves especially prominent 
mention for other reasons than that of its long 
standing, for there is no similar enterprise in this 
vicinity carried on in a more accommodating 
and yet conservative style. The proprietor is a 
native of South Framingham, and began opera- 
tions here in 1870. He is very widely known 
throughout this section and liis abilities as a well 
informed and conscientious dispensing pharma- 
cist are held in high estimation by those most 
conversant with his methods. A complete 
assortment of drugs, medicines and chemicals is 
constantly kept in stock and physicians' pre- 
scriptions are compounded in the most approved 
and painstaking manner at short notice and at 
moderate rates. Among the other articles dealt 
in may be mentioned stationery, toilet articles, 
confectionery, cigars, soda water, etc., and there 
is a well selected circulating library on the prem- 
ises which affords an excellent opportunity to 
read the latest novels and other popular works 
at nominal expense. Low prices are quoted on 
all the goods handled. 



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J. E. Vollmer, House and Carriage Painter, 
Shop west of Common, South Framingham, 
Mass. — Of course " anybody can paint a house." 
So can anybody malve a suit of clothes — after a 
fashion — but that fashion is apt to be much 
more strilviug than attractive. The fact is, in 
painting as in everything else, skill and experi- 
ence are necessary in order to secure satisfactory 
results. It pays every time to have painting 
done by competent and responsible parties, and 
those who think lo save a dollar by doing the 
work themselves or by entrusting it to somebody 
who knows no more than they do, may save thai 
dollar but it will only be at the expense of many 
another in the long run. It does not cost a great 
deal to have painting properly done, and in this 
connection we may call attention to the facilities 
possessed by Mr. J. E. Vollmer, for he not 
only does work equal to the best but also quotes 
moderate rates on every order. Mr. Vollmer is 
prepared to do house and carriage painting of all 
descriptions and uses no inferior stock, as indeed 
may be judged from his reputation for turning 
out thoroughly dependable work. His shop is 
located west of the Common, and orders given in 
person or sent by mail will be given immediate 
and painstaking attention. Mr. Vollmer claims 
to have invented an embossing oil for restoring 
old paint (providing the paint is still there) to its 
original color, and warrants the same to last 
eight years and hold its luster. It is exclusively 
for outside work. Sign work of all descri]nions 
is done on wood, glass or any substance, interior 
decorating, paper hanging in all its branches are 
promptly attended to at moderate rates. Wall 
and ceiling paper is carried in stock and sold at 
lowest market rates. Mr. Vollmer has done 
tirst-class jobs not only in Framingham but in 
the surrounding towns and gives by consent the 
tollowing references : A. K. Newton & Son, 
Bridges & Co., F. E. Brooks, Old Colony House, 
B. F. Coburn, R. II. Nelson, W. H. Hastings of 
South Framingham, and Charles H. Tilton and 
Mrs. L. Adams, Ashland. 

Charles L. Curtis, Ph.G., Pharmacist, oppo- 
site Odd Fellows Block, Hollis Street, South 
Framingham, Mass — The pharmacy carried on 
by Charles L. Curtis, Ph G., stands high in the 
confidence of the public, for its proprietor is not 
only an educated and experienced dispensing 
chemist, but also an enterprising man of busi- 
ness, as is proved by the character and extent of 
the stock he offers and the uniformly low rates 
quoted on the articles constituting tlie same. 
Mr. Curtis was born in Stoneham, Mass., and 
has been identified with the drug business since 
1876 and with his present undertaking since 
1883. The premises made use of are located on 
Ilollis street, opposite Odd Fellows Hall, and 
measure 20x45 feet. The assortment of drugs, 
medicines and chemicals is exceptionally com- 
plete in every department, and being obtained 
from the most reliable sources, may be depended 
upon in every respect. Mr. Curtis is prepared 
to compound physicians' prescriptions in the 
most accurate and satisfactory manner, having 
the latest improved facilities at his command 
and sparing no pains to ensure promptness as 
well as absolute correctness in the tilling of such 
orders. No exorbitant charges are made, the 
rates quoted being as low as is consistent with 
the use of dependable ingredients. Toilet and 
fancy goods are dealt in to a considerable extent, 
■88 are also cigars, confectionery, etc. A specialty 



is made of soda water trade, and probably there 
is no dealer in this vicinity who enjoys any more 
favorable reputation for furnishing the very best 
beverage in this line; instead of reducing prices 
and furnishing a correspondingly cheap drink, 
iVIr. Curtis retains regular prices, and gives the 
public a quality of soda water that draws and 
holds an appieciative patronage which demands 
his fountain to run twelve months in the year, a 
fact that commends this branch of his business 
more than anything that might be said of it. 
Employment is given to two efficient and courte- 
ous assistants, and custcmiers may safely depend 
upon receiving immediate and polite attention. 

A. M. Lang, Dry Goods and Small Wares. 
Agent for fjewando's Dye House, under Elm- 
wood Opera House, South Framingham. — Mr. 
A. M. Lang is well known to be one of the most 
energetic and successful business men carrying 
on operations in this vicinity, and the magnitude 
of the trade he has built up since assuming con- 
trol of his present enterprise in 1884, shows that 
the residents of this section are not at all back- 
ward in appreciating honorable and pushing 
methods. Mr. Lang was born in Stratton, N. H., 
and owes much of his success to the careful and 
constant personal supervisicm given every detail 
of his business. His store has an area of 1200 
S(|uare feet, and contains one ol the most clean 
and desirable stocks of dry goods, small wares, 
etc., to be found in the county. Space forbids 
any detailed mention of it, but we may say in 
passing that it comprises full lines of staple 
goods together with tiie latest fashionable novel- 
ties the market affords. The prices are what 
tell the story nowadays, and those quoted by 
Mr. Lang prove his business abilities much more 
clearly than any words of ours could do. His 
customers have the satisfaction of knowing that 
they are gettmg strictly dependable goods at 
bottom figures, and no further assurance is 
needed to bring about a large and rapidly grow 
ing trade. This is the agency of Lewando's Dye 
House, and work sent here will be dyed in the 
very best style of the art at short notice and at 
moderate expense. 

E. F. Hunt, Meat, Fruit and Provisions, Fine 
Fruits a specialty'. Concord Street, South Fram- 
ingham, Mass. — The difficulty met with by some 
housekeepers in obtaining uniformly satisfactory 
provisions, is in the majority of cases the result 
of carelessness for there are quite a number of 
dealers who take pains to furnish their customers 
with strictly reliable goods, and if a little care be 
exercised in the placing of orders the advantages 
gained will fully repay whatever troul)le may be 
involved in so doing. Mr. E. F. Hunt is one of 
those who make it a point to handle only depend 
able goods, and as his prices are as satisfactory 
as the quality of the articles dealt in, he has 
built up an extensive business since beginning 
operations in 1871). Mr. Hunt was born in Sud- 
bury, Mass., and served in the army during the 
late war. He is very generally known in this 
vicinity, and his estai)lishment on Concord street 
is well patronized by those who api)reciate enter- 
prising and honorable business methods. Meats 
and provisions in general are always in stock, 
and a specialty is made of fine fruits, a lull selec- 
tion of these delicacies being offered to choose 
from at prices in strict accordance with the low- 
est market rates. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OE 80. FRAMINGEAM. 




A. M. Barnes & Co., manufacturers of Fine 
Carriage Wheels, South Framingham, Mass. — 
From the cross-section of a log to the light, ele- 
gant carriage wheel of the present day is a long 
step, and yet even now in the countries to the 
south of us, notably Mexico, the large majority 
of the heavier teams have no better wheels than 
such as can be made by sawing a tolerably round 
log across. Of course it requires no little skill 
to make a wheel that shall combine lightness, 
strength and durability, and the operations 
necessary to accomplish this result are many and 
interesting, as may be seen by a visit to the 
establishment conducted by Messrs A. M. 
Eames & Co., in this town. Mr. A. M. Fames 
has associated with him in conducting the man- 
ufacturing, Mr. E. A. Eames, both of whom 
served in the army during the Rebellion, and 
both of whom are widely known in this vicinity. 
The business was founded in 1877, and a large 
wholesale and retail trade has been built up, 
their productions ranking second to none in the 
market. The premises made use of comprise a 
three-story shop measuring 40 X 50 feet, and an 
ell of the dimensions of 35 X 40 feet, with large 
three-story store house, 40 X 40, connected with 
factory by bridge. An extensive plant of im- 
proved machinery being run by a thirty-five- 
horse engine. Fine carriage wheels of all sizes 
are very largely manufactured, as well as wagon 
and cart wheels of superior quality, and the rep- 
utation of the firm for using the best of stock 
and allowing no poor work to leave the factory 
is too well known to require dwelling upon. 
Orders are filled at short notice, and the prices 
quoted will compare very favorably with those 
named by any dealer in equally dependable goods. 
Band and circular sawing and wood turning are 
done in the best manner to order, the charges 
made in this department of the business being 
uniformly moderate. 

H. O. Bowers, Ladies' and Gents' Restaurant, 
Union Block, South Framingham. — Some per- 
sons have very curious ideas concerning what the 
public desire in a restaurant, and act as though 
they thought that gaudy furnishing, fancy crock- 
ery, etc., were of more importance than food. 
This is a mistake, most of us visit a restaurant 
because we are hungry, and although bright and 
cheerful surroundings are excellent in tlieir way, 
still they will not make up for any lack of food, 
or for slowness and stupidity of service. Mr. 
H. C. Bowers appears to have struck about the 
correct combination in his restaurant in Union 
Block, Waverly street, and although he has 



only carried on the establishment since the 
beginning of the year 1889, he has already greatly 
increased its popularity. He was born in this 
town, and served three years in the army during 
the Rebellion. The restaurant has an area of 
1250 square feet, without counting the cook- 
room, and employment is given to six assistants, 
the table girls being relatives of the proprietor, 
and prompt and courteous service is one of the 
distinguishing features of the management. The 
bill of fare is varied enough to suit everybody, 
the food is the best that the market affords and 
the cookery is first class in every respect. Mr. 
Bowers assumes that his guests are hungry when 
they visit him, and consequently looks out for 
quantity as well as for quality in catering to 
them. Very reasonable prices are quoted, and 
it is no wonder that "business is rushing" at 
this well-managed establishment. 

H. L. Sawyer, Hardware, Furnaces, Stoves 
and Ranges, Tin, Copper, Sheet Iron Work, and 
Plumbing, South Framingham, Mass. — The busi- 
ness carried on by Mr. H. L. Sawyer was 
founded over a score of years ago and was for 
some time confined to the handling of stoves, 
tin ware, etc., but it has gradually developed in 
every department, and now embraces the sale of 
hardware in general as well as of all the goods 
originally dealt in. Mr. Sawyer is a native of 
Ashburnham, Mass., and is widely known in 
South Framingliam and vicinity. The premises 
utilized are very spacious, comprising warerooms 
having an area of 2500 square feet and a two- 
story workshop fitted up with every facility for 
the doing of tin, copper, sheet-iron work and 
plumbing, at short notice and in a neat and 
durable manner. The stock of hardware is very 
complete, and the furnaces, ranges and stoves 
handled by Mr. Sawyer represent the latest and 
most improved productions in this line. He 
quotes manufacturers' prices on these goods, and 
intending purchasers would best serve their own 
interests by giving him a call. Employing 
twenty efiicient assistants, he is prepared to fill 
the most extensive orders for sheet-iron work, 
plumbing, etc, without delay, and guarantees en- 
tire satisfaction to customers, as all work is done 
by skilled hands under careful supervision, and 
the results attained are sure to be fully up to 
expectations in every respect. 

Clifford Folger & Co., Foreign and Domestic 
Dry Goods, Boots and Shoes, Concord and How- 
ard Streets, South Framingham, Mass. — It is 
now about twelve years since Clifford Folger 
came to South Framingham and established the 
dry goods business of Clifford Folger & Co. in 
the building that was known at that time as the 
Richardson Straw Shop — having at that time as 
partners the concern for whom he had been 
working as a salesman — this state of aSairs con- 
tinued for one year when he bought out their 
interest and took as a partner W. H. Bourne 
who was working with him at that time — he 
remaining in the concern until 1884, when they 
jointly bought out a store in Milford — Mr. 
Bourne taking charge of that branch of the busi- 
ness — after about one year they dissolved partner- 
ship and Mr. Bourne took the Milford business 
and Mr. Folger remaining and assuming the 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SO. FRAMmQHAM. 



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entire control of the business in South Framing- 
ham. Since then Clifford Folger & Co. have 
started two brancli stores, one in Franlilin and 
one in VVestboro, both of wliich are doing a good 
business — by running three stores tliey are en- 
abled to buy goods in large quantities and by 
doing so can get low prices which they can afford 
to give their customers the advantage of. They 
carry a large stock of staple domestic and foreign 
dry goods, by far the largest stock between Bos- 
ton and Worcester, consequently command a 
large trade. They have the confidence of their 
customers gained no doubt by fair dealing in the 
past — and by carrying only such goods as they 
are willing to guarantee, or if of a cheap grade 
they are represented and sold for just what they 
are. South Framiugham has grown rapidly 
since they established their business here, but 
they have more than kept pace with the growth 
of the town. They occupy at the i)rL'sent time a 
store with floor room of about 5000 square feet 
with frontage on both Concord and Howard 
streets. They carry as large a stock and have as 
attractive a store as can be found in many of our 
larger cities. 



by the present proprietor, Mr. J. H. Jordon, 
since July, 1889, and the disposition shown by 
this gentleman to make his guests feel at home 
and to provide for all reasonable wants, has 
gained for iiim, even in this short time, great 
personal popularity among those who have expe- 
rienced his hospitality. The Winthrop House 
can accommodate fifty guests, and is a well- 
arranged and comfortably furnished hotel which 
is maintained in the best of condition and is very 
conveniently located. The terms of the house 
are uniformly moderate, and as special rates are 
made for commercial travellers, this numerous 
and energetic fraternity make it a point to put 
up at the Winthrop whenever circumstances ren- 
der it possible to do so. One can get more " in- 
side " information from a company of commer- 
cial travellers regarding hotel accommodations in 
half an hour than could otherwise be obtained in 
a year, and that the comparisons made in such 
gatherings are by no means unfavorable to the 
Winthrop House, may be judged from its wide 
popularity among the "knights of the road." 
Mr. Jordon sets a good table, and employs seven 
competent and efficient assistants. 



H. S. Drake, Photographic Studio, Waverly 
Street, South Framingham, Mass. — Economical 
habits are, no doubt, most excellent things to 
have, but unless accompanied by a due amount 
of discretion they are apt to lead their possessor 
most wofully astray in certain contingencies. 
For example, that economy which causes a man 
to patronize a photographer who does inferior 
work and consequently is obliged to quote very 
low rates, is rather a cause of waste than of sav- 
ing, for an inferior photograph is of little value 
and it is doubtless better to go without altogether 
than to ask your friends to accept pictures of 
you which are neither good likenesses nor attrac- 
tive ornaments. Not that we would give the 
idea that it is necessary to pay an extravagant 
price in order to secure satisfactory results. The 
residents of South Framingham and vicinity 
know better than this, for many of them have 
patronized the studio carried on by Mr. H. S. 
Drake on Waverly street, and have thus learned 
that reasonable prices and the best of work are 
by no means inconsistent, for Mr. Drake has met 
with great success in producing life-like and 
finely finished portraits, and his rates are low 
enough to suit tlie nmst limited means. He is a 
native of Hartford, Vt , and served in the army 
three years, inaugurating his present enterprise 
in this town in 1883. Photography in all its 
branches is carried on by tlie aid of the most 
improved appliances, etc., orders are promptly 
filled and every caller may safely depend upon 
receiving immediate and courteous attention. 

Winthrop House, J. H. Jordon, Proprietor, 
Special Rates to Commercial Travellers, South 
Framingham, Mass. — Probably every traveller 
has his own idea of what cons itutes a perfcclly 
managed hotel, but there are certain points on 
which all reasonable persons are agreed, and as 
these points are embodied in the management of 
the Winthrop House it, is perfectly natural that 
this hotel should hold a high place in the favor 
of the travelling public. It has been carried on 



GEORGE RICE, M. D., 

PHARMACIST, 

NOBSCOT BLOCK, 

SO. FRAMINGHAM, MASS. 

Establislied 1S72. 



South Framingham Furniture Company.^ 
Everybody must have furniture, everybody must 
have carpets, and everybody should have spring- 
beds, not to mention mattresses or feather beds, 
for these are very powerful aids in resting a tired 
body, and the body that works to earn the money 
to buy them should be mad(! as comfortable as 
possible. The average individual spends one- 
third of his life in bed, and therefore it is im- 
portant that the latter be made as healthful and 
easy as is cimsistent with circumstances. Should 
any of our readers have occasion to purchase any 
of the ariicles mentioned we can recommend to 
them a first class establishment at which to buy, 
for that conducted by the South Framingham 
Furniture Company will be found to full}' merit 
this description. Not only as regards the quality 
of the many articles handled, but also by reason 
of the exceptionally low figures quoted on the 
same. In buying furniture it is always well to 
remember that durability is at least as import- 
ant as appearance, and the only way to get dura- 
ble as well as liandsome giods is to patronize a 
dealer who not only guarantees his articles to 
prove as represented but whose guranteeis worth 
something. No one can successfully den)' that 
this company "fills the bill" in both these re- 
spects. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SAXONVILLE. 



SAXONVILLE. 



D. E. Thompson, dealer in Watch'es, Clocks 
and Jewelry; Repairing in all its iiranciies, En- 
graving in Any Style; Jewelry Made to Or- 
der, Saxonville, Mass. — The time was (and not so 
very long ago either), when a man of modest 
means hesitated about baying a watch even 
when he had the money to purchase one, for 
fear of the expense attendant upon keeping it in 
running order. But the charges for watch re- 
pairing, cleaning, etc., have been greatly reduced 
within the last few years, and it is now possible 
for everybody to "support a watch" as the say- 
ing is, who has occasion to use one. We are 
pleased to call your attention to the business 
conducted by Mr. D. E. Thompson, dealer in 
watches, clocks and jewelry. He makes a 
specially of repairing watches, clocks or jewelry 
in all its branches, and all who have had work 
done here can testify to its thoroughness and to 
the moderate price charged for the same. The 
premises are located in Odd Fellows Block, Sax- 
sonville, and will measure 30x30 feet. Mr. 
Thompson also has a show case in the post office 
where he has a fine display of choice articles in 
his line of trade. Mr. Thompson is a native of 
Saxonville, Mass.. and has been engaged in this 
business since 1885, and has many friends in this 
town. He gives his personal attention to en- 
graving in all styles, as well as to jewelry, which 
he will make to order. He has a competent as- 
sistant and all customers are treated politely, and 
satisfaction is warranted to all who may leave 
their orders or purchase goods at this store. 

M. A. McGrath, dealer in Hats, Caps and 
Gents' Furnishings, Clothing, etc., also Under- 
takers, Saxonville, Mass — It is not always the 
most imposing appearing establishments that are 
the most reliable and worthy of patronage, and, 
in many cases, it will be found that more de- 
pendence can be placed in the announcements 
issued by those carrying on comparatively small 
enterprises than in those coming from the pro- 
prietors of more prominent undertakings. The 
reason for this state of affairs is that the proprie- 
tor of the smaller store will strive to get and to 
keep your individual custom, while the other 
will depend more upon the transient trade, and 
caters chiefly to that. Mr. M. A. McGrath com- 
menced business here in 1882, and has built up a 
good, steadily increasing trade and patronage by 
showing the people that it would be to their ad- 
vantage to purchase of him. Mr. McGrath is a 
jiative of Saxonville. One floor is occupied 
which measures 450 feet, and a well selected as- 
sortment of hats, caps, gents' furnishings and 
ready-made clothing is always to be found on 
hand. These goods are all warranted to prove 
as represented, and the proprietor's experience 
is valuable in knowing what goods will best 
please his customers, and from his personal ac- 
quaintance with them he can select such mate- 
rials as they are most likely to desire. Mr. 
McGrath is also undertaker and keeps on hand 
such articles as are demanded in this branch of 
bis business, such as coffins, robes, etc. He 
gives general satisfaction in every department 
that may require his services. 



Mrs. A. H. Danforth, dealer in Foreign and 
Domestic Dry Goods, Millinery, Fancy Goods, 
Sewing Machine Needles, etc. Agency for Mme. 
Demorest's Reliable Patterns, Saxonville, Mass., 
— Among the most popular retail dealers in for- 
eign and domestic dry goods and millinery 
in this vicinity deserving special mtntion is 
Mrs. A. H. Danforth, who has been engaged 
in this business for about 40 years, and is re- 
cognized in the trade as one of the most lion- 
orable, fair-dealing and accomplished business 
women of Saxonville, Mass. She is a native 
of this town and well known to a large cir- 
cle of friends. Her store is well located and 
covers a space of 900 square feet, and is plenti- 
fully stocked with all the novelties as well as the 
staples in this line of trade. A full line of mil- 
linery goods is carried, which is well selected 
and of the newest styles and designs. Special 
attention is given to order work, and customers 
may be assured that their individual tastes will 
be consulted and every effort made to give en- 
tire satislaction. Fancy goods in a large variety 
may always bp found, also sewing machine 
needles, etc. Mrs. Danforth is agent for Mme. 
Demorest's reliable patterns. She exhibits the 
best of taste and judgment in the selection of 
her assortment ot goods, and this house has 
gained a place second to none in the retail trade 
of this neighborhood. Two competent and re- 
liable assistants are employed, and all who pat- 
ronize this store will be promptly attended to. 

D. O. Frost, dealer in Furnaces, Ranges, Bri- 
tannia, Wooden, Plated and Hard Ware; Wood, 
Copper and Iron Pumps; Sheet Lead, Sheet 
Zinc; Lead and Akron Drain Pipe; Lamp Goods, 
Brooms, Brushes, etc. Job work solicited. Sax- 
onville, Mass. — It would greatly surprise many 
persons who pride themselves on their economy, 
to learn that they were throwing away money 
every day, but this is by no means an unusual 
practice, for it is just those who are over saving 
that will persist in using an old style or worn 
out furnace or range, and consequently con- 
sume enough extra fuel in the course of a year or 
so, to buy a range or furnace of the latest and 
most improved kind. To get an idea of the re- 
markable improvements which have lately been 
made in such articles, visit the establishment 
conducted by Mr. D. O. Frost in Saxonville, and 
examine his stock of furnaces and ranges, for 
it is made up of tlie latest inventions in this 
line, and is well worthy of inspection, and all 
desired information will be cheerfully given on 
application. This enterprise has been conducted 
by different inembers of the Frost family for 
fifty years, and the present proprietor, Mr. D. O, 
Frost, has had control since 1874. This gentle- 
man is a native of Saxonville. The premises 
utilized consist of one floor measuring 25X80 
feet, and a basement, and contain in addition to 
the goods before mentioned, a full assortment of 
britannia, wooden, plated and hardware; 
wood, copper and iron pumps; slieet lead, 
sheet zinc; lead and Akron drain pipe; lamp 
goods, brooms, brushes, etc. Job work is so- 
licited, and it will be done in the most workman- 
like manner, and the charges made are uni- 
formly moderate. Employment is given to a 
capable assistant, and every customer will be 
treated in a satisfactory manner. 



OF 

NATICK, MASS. 



Natick is one of the very few Massachusetts towns whose names are of Indian 
origin, and certainly it is peculiarly fitting that the aboriginal origin of Natick 
should be thus indicated, for there is not a town in the State, or indeed in all New 
England, whose early history is more intimately identified with the first inhab- 
itants of this country. For many years this territory was the home of Eliot's 
^' Praying " Indians, and even at this late day the spade or the plow frequently 
brings to light relics of the comparatively advanced stage of civilization which 
these so-called " savages " had attained. They came to have a genuine affection for 
the fields on which they worked faithfully and persistently ; and the unfounded 
jealousy and baseless mistrust which finally caused the authorities to banish them 
from the territory they had improved, not only severely tried their loyalty to the 
whites but greatly intensified the general distrust of English promises which has for 
centuries complicated the " Indian question." Yet these Praying Indians, although 
forced to abandon Natick and take up their abode on Deer Island, Boston Harbor, 
kept their promise to Eliot, and assisted the whites to repel the attacks of hostile 
tribes and rendered invaluable assistance in learning of the plans of the •enemy, and 
warning exposed settlements of proposed raids. 

Those at all familiar with the early history of New England are acquainted 
with the facts bearing upon John Eliot's missionary labors at Nonantura, and there- 
fore we need not make extended reference to them, it being necessary only to state 
that the first settlement of Natick was brought about by Eliot's desire to remove his 
converts to a point where they would not suffer from the influence of the whites. 
He had some difliculty in finding a suitable site for his proposed settlement, but 
finally acted upon the advice of one of his converts and chose what was afterwards 
to be known as Natick. 

The influence he had gained over the Indians is evidenced by what he writes 
concerning the first action taken to improve the territory : " When the grass was 
fit to cut, I sent some Indians to mow, and others to make hay, because we must oft 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF NATICK. 



ride hither in the autumn, and in the spring before any grass is come, and there is 
provision for our horses. Their work was performed well, as I found when I went 
up to them with my man to order it." 

The natural and acquired distaste and disdain of the Indian warrior for physical 
labor, aside from that connected with war and hunting, has often been cited to show 
why permanent Indian civilization is impossible, but Eliot could induce his convei'ts- 
to work, even when they were not under his supervision, and the entire history of 
his labors with the Indians furnishes an unanswerable argument in favor of their 
capacity to become good citizens if properly treated and intelligently encouraged. 




Clark's Block, West Sii>e Maijj Street, Natiok. 



One of the first public works carried out at the new settlement was the building of 
a foot-bridge, eighty feet in length, across the Charles River, and a few houses also 
were built, but wigwams were generally preferred to these, they being warmer and 
far more portable. A large fort was soon constructed, and in 1651 a frame-building 
measuring 50 x 25 feet was erected, the lower story being used for church and 
school purposes, and the upper floor for the storage of furs and other valuables. 
The frames and boarding were all sawed out by the Indians, the help of an English 
carpenter being given at the raising only. October 8, 1651 was signalized by a visit 
from Governor Endicott and other prominent men, and a sermon was preached by 
one of the Indians and another by Eliot. All the converts joined in singing a psalm, 
and according to the governor they were *' pretty tunable " in their delivery. 



niSTORICAL SKETCH OF NATICE. 



fil 



The chief men of the village consulted with him about a grist mill they 
proposed to build, and showed such enterprise and ability that Endicott afterward 
•expressed himself as being " astonished and delighted " with what he learned that 
<3ay. Natick became a prominent missionary centre and many teachers and 
preachers were trained here to extend the Gospel throughout New England. After 
the breaking out of King Philip's war in 1675, many of the whites became distrust- 
ful of the Christian Indians, who finally were ordered by the General Court to 
•confine themselves to five villages, of which Natick was one, and not to go more 
than a mile from either of these communities. But even this restriction did not 




East Side of Main Street, Natick. 



sufficiently reassure the alarmed ones, and the Indians of Natick were banished to 
Deer Island, being driven there at half an hour's notice and forced to abandon the 
great bulk of their property. Although some of the Indian families returned to 
Natick after the war, and their rights of ownership were admitted, the exile to 
Deer Island ended the town's prosperity as an Indian settlement, and the death of 
Eliot aided to discourage the original proprietors from asserting their rights. The 
white population steadily increased, and January 3, 1745, Natick plantation became 
a precinct by legislative act, and the Indians lost their citizenship and could not sell 
their own land without the permission of the General Court. In 1749 a census was 
taken and it was found there were 166 Indians then in Natick— men, women and 
children, — the most of whom lived on Pegan Plain. 



62 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF NATICK. 

Both the white and the Indian residents were well represented in the French 
and Indian war and the military training then received had its effect in after years^ 
for the town was prompt in organizing " minute men " to resist English tyranny^ 
and sent a company to embarrass the retreat of the British, April 19, 1775. The- 
enthusiasm which permeated the community may be judged from the fact that in 
one case where a recruit needed a suit of clothes, the sheep were sheared, the 
material made and the garments completed by twelve maidens in twenty-four houi's 
— a wonderful achievement in those days. A large proportion of the inhabitants^ 
enlisted and the town was represented on many bloody and famous fields. 

Natick was incorporated in 1781, and nearly twenty years after that date, or in 
1800, its population was only 694. Being then a farming community its growth was- 
slow, and in 1830 there were but 890 persons in town. From 1830 to 1850 the 
population increased by leaps and bounds, for shoe manufacturing was then rapidly 
and constantly extending, and it seemed as though the industry would never cease 
its almost phenomenal development. The population showed a gain of forty-four 
per cent, from 1830 to 1840, as compared with five per cent, from 1820 to 1830, and 
from 1840 to 1850 the population doubled, and nearly doubled again in the succeed- 
ing decade. 

The opening of the railroad in 1835, greatly aided the growth of the centre,, 
which was afterward known as Natick, the older village taking the name of South 
Natick. The remaining village — Felchville — is so-named from Natick's original shoe 
manufacturer, Asa Felch, who first made sale shoes in 1827. For some years hia 
workshop was a room in his house, and he kept no books for a long time, finding it 
easy to keep account of his transactions " in his head." Mr. Felch manufactured 
brogans, and the business is still in successful operation, although its founder died 
about twelve years ago. Henry Wilson came to Natick and went to work shoe- 
making in December, 1833, becoming an employer five years later. He was chosen 
United States' Senator in 1855, and as the friend and colleague of Charles Sumner 
he rendered most eflScient service during the troublous times preceding the Rebel- 
lion. Mr. Wilson died, November 22, 1875, while holding the position of vice- 
president, and the " Natick cobbler," has left a name behind him which proves that 
public ability and private virtues are sometimes very prominently combined in one 
man. 

Natick's schools have always been liberally supported, and will now compare 
favorably with those of any community in the State, of no greater population. The 
educational advantages of the town are materially increased by the existence of 
excellent public libraries, which are very generally pati*onized. 

Natick has suffered severely at times from fire but the lesson has not been 
thrown away, there being a finely organized and well-equipped fire department 
capable of coping with any emergency liable to arise. The water works are ample 
and well-maintained, and the town offers many advantages to enterprising manu- 
facturers, and to merchants as well, for the local trade is not only already extensive 
but is steadily increasing, and the conditions are such that outside competition can 
easily be met. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



NATICK 




O. H. Burleigh, Fire nnd Life Insurance 
Agency, Odd Fellows' Block, corner Main and 
Pond Streets, Na'ick. — The general insurance 
agency conducted by Mr. O. II. Burleigh, was 
establi.^hed in 1845 by Mr. E. P. Ilollis and is 
one of the best known enterprises of tlie kind in 
this section of the State. Tlie present proprietor 
is a native of this town and has had eighteen 
years' experience in this line of business and 
been identified with the enterprise in ([uestion 
for more than ten years, during which time the 
business has very largely developed. I\Ir. Bur- 
leigh's main office is at No. 44 Kilby street, room 
10, Boston, where he may be found from 11 to 1 



o'clock ; his office in Natick being open day and 
evening. He is prepared to place insurance in 
any company authorized to do business in Massa- 
chusetts, and is the regular accredited agent for 
the following representative organizations, 
among which will be noticed six of the strongest 
mutual companies in the State : Home, KeW 
York, N. Y. ; Insurance Co. of North America, 
Philadelphia, Pa. ; Lancashire, jNIanchester, 
Eng. ; Pha3nix, London, Eng. ; Niagara, New 
York, N. Y.; Hartford, Hartford, Conn.; Fire 
Association, Philadelphia, Pa. ; Fire Association, 
London, Eng.; American, New York, N. Y.; 
Citizens, Pittsburgh, Pa. ; Traders and Mechan- 
ics, Lowell, Mass. ; Merchants and Farmers, 
Worcester, Mass. ; Dorchester, Neponset, Mass. ; 
Quincy, Quincy, Jlass. ; Middlesex, Concord, 
Mass.; Holyoke, Salem, Mass. Life, accident, 
plate-glass and steam-boiler insurance will also 
be procured at short notice, and insurance of all 
kinds will be effected at the lowest rates consist- 
ent with absolute security. Mr. Burleigh issues 
a circular giving a few practical hints to insurers 
which are the outcome of years of experience 
and are Avorthy of careful consideration. He is 
prepared to buy and sell real estate on commis- 
sion, negotiate mortgages, collect rents and se- 
cure loans on personal property, besides being 
agent for prominent western mortgage and loan 
associations. Mr. Burleigh is a notary public 
and justice of the peace. As may be imagined, 
Mr. Burleigh is a very busy man but he gives 
prompt and painstaking attention to every com- 
munication and is always ready to cheerfully 
give any desired information concerning matters 
coming within the scope of his operations. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NATICK. 




familiar with their present line of business and 
give it such close and painstaking personal atten- 
tion as to assure having the service kept at the 
very highest standard of efficiency. The lov^est 
market rates are quoted on all the commodities 
dealt in, and every article sold is guaranteed to 
prove precisely as represented. 



E. M. Marshall, dealer in Watches, )) _ 
Clocks, Jewelry, Silver Ware and ^^) 
Optical Goods, Fine Watch Repairing. Store of 
the Standard Time, No. 3 Clark's Block, Natick, 
Mass. — There is certainly no good reason why 
practically everybody should not be provided 
with an accurate time-keeper nowadays, for both 
watches and clocks have been greatly improved 
of late years and at the same time the cost of 
them has been very materially reduced. "Time 
is money," as every school-boy knows, and how- 
ever careless we may be of our own time we have 
no right to waste that of other people by being 
late in meeting engagements, etc., so that a reli- 
able time-piece is a necessity as well as a con- 
venience. As good a place as we know of at 
which to purchase anything in this line is at the 
store conducted by Mr. E. M. Marshall at No. 3 
Clark's Block, for here may be found a varied 
and very carefully chosen stock and the prices 
are always as low as the lowest. Mr. Marshall 
was born in Nantucket, Mass., and served more 
than three years in the army during the Rebel- 
lion, holding a commission as first lieutenant and 
quartermaster, when mustered out. He inaugu- 
rated his present enterprise in 1875 and has 
developed it by giving careful personal attention 
to the wants of customers and sparing no pains 
to give full value for money received in every 
instance. Watches, clocks, jewelry, silver-ware 
and optical goods are extensively dealt in, bottom 
prices being quoted and every article being fully 
guaranteed to prove as represented. Particular 
attention is paid to fine watch repairing and 
orders will be filled at very short notice. Mr. 
Marshall has had long and constant experience 
in the delicate art of testing eye sight and fitting 
lenses to the eyes. Besides having had a thor- 
ough course of instruction with Prof. Cushman 
of New York", he has a fine and costly set of test 
lenses and other appliances by which the slightest 
error in eye-sight can be detected and corrected. 
No charge is made for examination. 

Dodson & Springer, dealers in Pure Family 
Lard, Oxford Sausages, etc., Natick, Mass. — 
The enterprise conducted by ]\Iessrs. Dodson & 
Springer is in some respects unique, for although 
there is no lack of dealers in meats and provis- 
ions in this vicinity, there is no other concern 
making a leading specialty of pure family lard 
and Oxford simsages. That the public approve 
of the methods of this firm is proved by the fact 
that an extensive patronage has already been 
attained, although operations were not begun un- 
til 1889. The premises utilized have an area of 
about 1,500 square feet and are exceptionally 
well stocked, tor the firm do both a wholesale 
and retail business and make it a point to be 
ready to fill all orders without delay. The part- 
ners are Messrs. A. S. Dodspn and F. W. 
Springer, the former being a native of England 
and the latter of Canada. Both are thoroughly 







'^ Fiske & Co., Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Brushes, 
Glass and Sporting Goods ; Hardware, Doors, 
Sash and Blinds, Furnaces, Stoves and Tinware, 
Plumbing. Steam and Water Piping, Fiske 
Block, South Avenue, Natick, Mass. — Natick is 
regarded as an excellent place in which to do 
business by wideawake men fully "up to the 
times," in every respect, but even in this town 
but few enterprises can be pointed out which 
have developed so rapidly ot late years as has 
that now conducted by Messrs. Fiske & Co. 
Operations were begun a number of years ago, 
and the ownership has changed several times, 
the firm of Sargent & Heaton being succeeded 
by Messrs. Heaton & Co., who gave place to the 
present proprietors in 1888. Mr. J. M. Fiske is 
a native of this town, while both his associates, 
Messrs. C. H. Turner and G. L. Hill, were born 
in Maine. The firm utilize spacious and well- 
arranged premises located in Fiske Block, South 
Avenue, they comprising three floors and a base- 
ment of the dimensions of 49 X 70 feet. An 
immense stock is constantly carried, and some 
idea of its variety may be gained from the fact 
that it includes hardware, paints, oils, varnishes, 
brushes and glass ; sporting goods, doors, sash 
and blinds, furnaces, stoves and tin ware, besides 
other commodities of equal importance. Messrs. 
Fiske & Co., do both a wholesale and retail busi- 
ness and are prepared to furnish anything in 
their line at short notice and at positively bottom 
prices. Estimates and orders for plumbing, 
steam and hot-water heating and gas piping are 
assured immediate and painstaking attention, 
employment being given to twelve efficient 
assistants, and all work being fully warranted in 
every respect. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NATICK. 



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Beal's Clothing House, 
deiilers in JMen's, Boys' au(l 
Children's Clothing, Hats, 
Caps and Furnishing Goods, 
Masonic Block, Six Doors 
South of Post-offlce, Natick. 
Mass. — Clothing is generally 
divided into two classes — cus- 
toiu-niade and ready-made — 
hut many people apparently 
fail to realize that there are 
numerous suh-divisions in 
these classes, and as a con- 
sequence expose themselves 
to the chance of imposition. 
First class ready-made clothing is for all practi- 
•cal purposes fully the equal of that made to 
order, while it is obtainable at a much lower 
figure, and it is so far superior to the "cheap" 
tailoring now so common in the market that 
•comparison is almost out of the question. 
" Beal's Clothing House," and dependable cloth- 
ing are very intimately associated in the minds 
of our Natick readers, and it is very natural that 
3uch should be the case, for the establishment to 
■which we refer has been carried on by the pres- 
•«nt proprietor for more than ten years, and has 
been conducted on straightforward principles 
from the very beginning, full value for money 
received being one of the most prominent guid- 
ing rules of the management. The owner is Mr. 
Leander Beal of the well-known Boston house 
of Miner, Beal & Co., and the enterprise is under 
the management of Mr. Geo. Healy. The store 
is located in Masonic Block, six doors south of 
the post-ofRce, and is 70 X 25 feet in dimensions, 
all available space being utilized in the accom- 
modation of the large and complete stock which 
-comprises men's, boys' and children's clothing of 
all descriptions. Hats, caps and furnishing 
goods are also well represented, the latest novel- 
ties being offered and bottom prices being quoted 
in every department of the business Employ- 
ment is given to three assistants, and callers may 
safely depend upon receiving prompt and cour- 
teous attention. 

Pratt & Underwood, Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, No. 3 Clark's Block, Natick.— This 
establishment was well known to the residents 
of Natick and vicinity in connection with the 
sale of boots, shoes and rubbers, before Messrs. 
Pratt & Underwood assumed control of the busi- 
ness in 1889, it having been inaugurated in 1875 
by Mr. W. L. Doane, but the present firm offer 
«till greater attractions in the line of footwear, 
and make a specialty of school shoes, every pair 
of which is warranted. A finely equipped 
store is occupied at No. 3 Clark's Block, mcasur 
ing about 800 feet, and contains a heavy, varied 
and very skillfully chosen stock of new and 
desirable goods that cannot fail to satisfy the 
most fastidious. Mr. John H. Pratt and Mr. J. 
H. Underwood are both natives of Natick, being 
•extremely well known in this vicinity and giving 
■close personal attention to the wants of custom- 
ers. The stock of boots, shoes and rubbers is 
made up of the productions of the most reput 
able manufacturers and includes goods suited to 
all conditions of wear. The assortment of sizes 
is so complete that all feet can be fitted, while 
the patterns olfered are almost endless in variety 
and comprise the latest novelties in foot-wear for 



both sexes. Well-made and fashionable boots 
and shoes of all kinds may always be had here at 
bottom prices, and every article is sold under a 
guarantee that it will prove just as represented. 

The Natick Five Cents Savings Bank, 

Rooms 35 and 36 Clark's Block, Natick. — Count- 
less sermons have been preached and numberless 
essays written on the advantages of economy and 
the desirability of acquiring saving habits, but 
there is a more powerful influence exerted by 
one such enterprise as the Natick Five Cents 
Savings Bank than by enough economic essays 
to completely fill this volume. One of the wisest 
sayings we liave is " Example is better than pre- 
cept," and even the most careless cannot fail to 
be impressed to some degree at least by the 
example of their neighbors whom they see put- 
ting money away week by week, month by 
month and year by year, until a firm barrier has 
been raised between them and that adversity 
which may visit any of us, and which as reason- 
ing creatures we are bound to provide against 
by such means as are at our command. There 
is a secondary advantage gained l)y the forma- 
tion of saving habits which is too often lost sight 
of, and that is the possession of a contented 
mind, for he who is doing his best as an intelli- 
gent man to guard his family against want can- 
not help becoming a better man for it in every 
way, and cannot help having more self respect 
than is possible for one who is acting irratioiuiUy 
and knows it, however he may try to hide the 
fact from himself. Of course the Natick Five 
Cents Savings Bank greatly encourages the 
amassing of small savings, for it receives depos- 
its from 5 cents to $1,000, has invariably |)aid as 
higli a rate of interest as consistent with the 
soundest banking policy, and during its more 
than thirty years of usefulness has so ably dis- 
charged its functions as to have gained the en- 
tire confidence of the community. The men 
identified with this bank are very widely and 
favorably known in general business as well as 
in financial circles, and the following list of offi- 
cers will go farther than the most flattering list 
of assets could to establish the absolute solvency 
and reliability of the enterprise in the minds of 
Natick people : John O. Wilson, president ; 
Leonard Winch, John L. Woodman, vicepres- 
dents : Trustees, John O. Wilson, J. L. Wood- 
man, Edward Clark, Francis Bigelow, F. H. 
Hayes, F. M. Boardnuin, F. E. (Jummings, 
Leonard Winch, Riley Pebbles, G. W. Howe, 

E. P. Hollis, William Nutt, O. A. 1^'elch, J. M. 
Forbush. Investing committee, Leonard Winch, 
William Nutt, Francis Bigelow, J. L. Woodman, 

F. H. Hayes. F. O. Baston. Treasurer, Fred- 
erick O. Baston. Operations were begun in 1859 
and the amount now held on deposit exceeds 
$1,000,000. Deposits draw interest from the 
first days of February, May, August and Novem- 
ber, and dividends are payable on the second 
Tuesday in May and November. Rooms 35 and 
36 Clark's Block have been recently fitted up in 
a most convenient and attractive manner. A fine 
fire-proof vault and a massive burglar-proof safe 
with time-lock attachment, are the effective 
agencies employed to protect the accounts of the 
bank. The bnnk hours are from i» a. m. to 3 
p. M. ; deposits being received and payments 
made with very little delay or "red tape" of 
any kind. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NATICK. 




Barnicle & Allen, Cash Grocers, West Central 
Street, Matick, Mass. — There is no line of busi- 
ness but what profits by the personal attention 
of the proprietors, but we question if there is any 
other department of trade in which the necessity 
of such personal supervision is more marked 
than is the case in the retail grocery business. 
The vast amount of petty detail it involves is one 
reason for this condition of affairs, for if such 
detail be not intelligently looked after an ineffi- 
cient service must inevitably result. One of the 
best-managed, as it is one of the most popular, 
grocery stores located in this section is that con- 
ducted by Messrs. Barnicle & Allen on West 
Central street, and the main secret of the excel- 
lent management evident is the personal atten 
tion given the direction of affairs by the owners. 
Both P. H. Barnicle and J. H. Allen are Natick 
men by birth and are widely and favorably 
known in social and business circles. They 
started their present enterprise in 1887 and have 
worked hard and intelligently to build up their 
trade, employing strictly legitimate methods and 
sparing no pains to fully satisfy every reasonable 
customer. The store has an area of some 1200 
square feet, and contains an exceptionally com- 
plete stock, comprising staple and fancy gro- 
ceries, flour, grain, woodenware, etc., the goods 
being selected expressly for family trade and 
being in every instance guaranteed to prove just 
as represented. The firm quote bottom prices 
on all the commodities they handle, and employ 
two competent assistants, thus being in a post 
tion to assure prompt and careful attention to 
every caller. 

F. E. Hooker, successor to James Adams, 
Funeral and Furnishing Undertaker and Auc- 
tioneer, connected by telephone, Adams' Block, 
Natick, Mass. — Although good sense forbids 
there being too much stress put on the thought 
of death under ordinary circumstances, still it is 
but the part of common prudence to be prepared 
to act with promptness and decision in any emer- 
gency, and therefore we feel that the information 
we propose to supply regarding the establish- 
ment now conducted by Mr. Frank E. Hooker in 
Adams' Block, Natick, Mass., will be neither out 
of place nor neglected. The establishment in 
question was founded over eighteen years ago. 
Mr. F. E. Hooker, the present proprietor, i>< fully 
prepared to assume entire control of funerals 
and to supply everything required at equitable 
rates, and all branches of the undertaking pro- 
fessiitn are carried on in a strictly first class man- 



ner. The premises occupied comprise two floors 
each 20x60 feet in dimensions, and are appropri- 
ately fitted up for the purposes for which they 
are used. Mr. Hooker has for fifteen years been 
an auctioneer and contemplates conducting a 
regular weekly auction sale room in connection 
with his present business. Mr. Hooker is a na- 
tive of Sherborn, Mass., and is very well known 
and highly esteemed in Natick and vicinity. He 
was brought up in the business, his father and 
grandfather being undertakers before him, and 
having kept up with the times by attending 
schools for instruction in the art of embalming 
and care of the cadaver, and has had much 
practical experience, we therefore advise all in 
need of the services of a reliable undertaker ta 
communicate with Mr. Hooker, as all orders, by 
telephone, or otherwise delivered, will receive 
prompt and courteous attention, and be executed 
in a most satisfactory manner. 



DR. M. 0. NELSON. 



DENTIST, 



Room 4, 
Walcott Building, 



Natick, Mass. 



Cochituate House, Mrs. George F. Rogers, 
Proprietor. Board by the Day or Week. Particu- 
lar attention Paid to Commercial Travelers. Main 
Street, Natick, Mass. — Since Mr. George F. 
Rogers assumed control of the Cochituate House, 
in 1883, it steadily gained in popularity, and 
commercial travelers will be glad to learn that 
the policy of paying particular attention to their 
interests, so successfully inaugurated by Mr. 
Rogers, is still continued by Mrs. Rogers, who- 
has been in charge of the house since 1889. The 
Cochituate House is very centrally located, on 
Main street, and is a roomy and well-arranged 
structure capable of accommodating some thirty 
or forty guests. The premises are kept in first- 
class condition at all times, comparing very 
favorably in this respect with many large city 
hotels making very high pretensions, and no- 
trouble is spared to make guests feel thoroughly 
at home, so that those who appreciate genuine 
comfort would do well to make it a point to put 
up at the Cochituate when business or pleasure 
calls them to this part of the State. Both regu- 
lar and transient boarders will be accommodated 
and the bill of fare is certainly varied enough to- 
suit all varieties of taste, while the food is abun- 
dant in quantity and is cooked in regular home 
style. Mrs. Rogers is uniformly moderate in her 
charges and evidently is determined to give her 
guests no reasonable cause for dissatisfaction. 
Such a policy cannot be too highly commended, 
and we take jileasure in heartily and unreservedly 
r' commending the Cochituate House to our 
readers. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NATICK. 



QT 



The Natick National Bank, Main Street, Cor- 
ner of Summer Street, Natick, JMass. — Since the 
organization of the Natick National Bank in 
1872, it has rendered constant and powerful aid 
in developing the best interests of this section, 
but valuable as this assistance has been in the 
past, it is but an earnest of what may be ex- 
pected in the future if the bank but receive the 
hearty co operation which in view of its record 
it has a right to expect. It cannot be too strongly 
insisted upon that any business enterprise, and 
particularly a financial institution, is directly de- 
pendent upon the public for its facilities to offer 
first-class service, and the more generally those 
facilities are availed of the more largely can the 
capacity for usefulness be extended. The Natick 
National Bank transacts a general banking busi- 
ness on liberal principles; no charge being made 
on collections on New England, New York, New 
Jersey and the cities of Philadelphia, Baltimore 
and Washington; while foreign collections will 
be made at the lowest rates consistent with 
sound banking. United States bonds will be 
bought and sold without expense; and the ac- 
counts of banks, bankers, corporations, manu- 
facturers, firms and individuals will be received 
on favorable terms. In this connection, the fol- 
lowing statement of the condition of the bank 
at the close of business, October 14, 1889, will 
prove of interest; compared as it is with the con- 
dition of the institution three years ago: 

RESOURCES. 

Oct. 14. 1886. Oct. 14, 1889. 

Loans and Discounts. . .$227,551.08 $284,319.29 

Furniture and Fixtures. 1,803.51 800.00 

Real Estate, 1,070.87 

United States Bonds to 

secure Circulation, 100,000.00 50,000.00 

Expense Account 351.83 7G.02 

5 per cent. Redemption 

Fund 2,450.00 2,250.00 

Due from other National 

Banks 122.50 1000.00 

Stocks, Bonds and Mort- 
gages 15,450 00 15.250.00 

North National Bank. 50,947 32 43,033.49 

Cash on hand 19,056.49 28,963.73 

$418,803.60 $425,692.52 

INABILITIES. 

Oct. 14, 1880. Oct. 14, 1880. 

Capital Stock $100,000.(10 $100,000.00 

Surplus Fund 20,000.00 25.000.00 

Undivided Profits 5,7()7.00 7.765.95 

Circulation 90,000.00 45,000.00 

Deposits 202,064.00 247,926.57 

Dividend Unpaid 972.00 

$418,803.60 $425,692.52 

Those who contemplate opening a new account 
or changing their present banking correspond- 
ent m:iy find it for their advantage to form a 
conne(;t"ion with this bank, and at all events may 
feel assured that any communication they may 
make will receive immediate and careful atten- 
tion, while a personal conference with the bank 
officers may be had at any time. Tliese gentle- 
men need no introduction to our Natick readers 
for they are all prominently identified with local 
interests, and their operations are of a nature 
which has made them widely known in general 
business circles. The president is Mr L. Winch, 




the cashier, Mr. S. W. Holmes, and the board of 
directors Messrs. Harrison Harwood, Leonard 
Winch, Riley Pebbles, Edward Clark, O. A. 
Felch and Frank II. Hayes. 

J. B. Moyse, deal- 
er m Harnesses, Sad- 
dles, Whips, etc., 11 
Wood's Block, South, 
Ave., Natick, Mass. 
— No harness can 
combine strength and 
beauty unless it be 
carefully made from 
selected material, and 
most of the so called 
"cheap" harness are- 
cheap only as regard* 
first cost, the expense 
of keeping them in 
condition socm more 
than making up the difference in price between 
them and a'really good article. Mr. J. B. ]\[oyse, 
doing business at No. 11 Wood's Block, South 
avenue, Natick, Mass., carries a fine assortment 
of harnesses of all descriptions and quotes some 
very low prices, considering the quality of the 
goods offered. He has carried on his present en- 
terprise since 1888, and has built up an extensive 
trade by supplying reliable articles at fair rates. 
The slock on liand includes heavy and light, sin- 
gle and double harness, and horse furnishings 
of all kinds. Mr. Moyse is a native of England, 
and is very well-known throughout Natick. He 
is a practical harness maker, and is prepared to 
do such work to order at very short notice and at 
moderate rates. Harnesses will be oiled and re- 
paired without delay, and as only skilled help is 
emi)loyed, Mr. Moyse is prepared to guarantee 
that all work done at his establishment will give 
complete satisfaction. 

Moran & Buckley, dealers in Boots, Shoes, 
Slippers and Rubber Goods, Walcott Block, Na- 
tick. Mass. — We all have our own ideas on the 
subject of foot-wear, and there is but one way to 
successfully cater to all classes of trade and that 
is to carry a large and varied stock so that all 
tastes can surely be suited. The extensive busi- 
ness built up by Messrs. Moran & Buckley since 
they began operations in 1884 is due in great 
measure to the enterprise displayed in offering a 
full selection of the latest fashionable novelties 
to choose from, although the lowness of the 
prices quoted must also be given due credit, as 
must the policy of offering uniformly courteous 
attention to every caller. The firm is made up 
of Messrs. B. F. Moran and C. E. Buckley, both 
of whom are natives of this town. They give 
careful personal attention to the business, al- 
though employment is given to from one to three 
assistants, and no trouble is spared to assure im- 
mediate and satisfactory service to every custo- 
mer. The premises utilized are located in Wal- 
cott Block, and- are of the dimensions of 20x45- 
feet, every facility being at hand to enable opera- 
tions to be carried on to the best possible advan- 
tage, incluiling repairing in all its branches. The 
firm manufacture some of the goods iliey handle, 
and arc in a position not only to (luole ab-olutely 
bottom prices but to fully guarantee that every 
article sold shall prove precisely as npn senled.. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NATICK. 



Frank E. Houghton, Boarding, Baiting and 
Livery Stable Horses, Carriages, etc.. Bought 
and Sold or Exchanged, opposite depot, Naticis, 
Mass. — When Mr. Frank E. Houghton founded 
his present business in 1875, he had just one 
horse, and those who know how well equipped 
iis stable is to day need not be told that his busi- 
ness has developed wonderfully in every depart- 
ment. And yet, wonderfully is not quite the 
proper word to use in this connection, for the 
development referred to has been so earnestly 
worked for and is so thoroughly deserved that it 
is certainly no wonder that it has been brought 
about. Mr. Houghton is a native of Natick and 
has a very large circle of friends throughout this 
"vicinity. He gives close personal supervision to 
affairs and takes pride in maintaining the envia- 
ble reputation now long associated with his estab- 
lishment. The stables are located opposite the 
■depot and contain fifty stalls. The office, sta- 
bles, carriage tloors, etc., cover 16,780 feet of 
ground, besides the large storage capacity of 
second floors, affording ample opportunity for 
the carrying on of an extensive boarding and 
baiting as well as a livery business. Some thor- 
oughly desirable teams are to be hired here at 
reasonable rates and orders can generally be filled 
at a moment's notice. Mr. Houghton keeps two 
public carriages at the depot, backs Nos. 1 and 
■2, and is prepared to convey large or small par- 
ties to adjoining towns at a moderate charge. 
Horses carriages, etc., are bought, sold and ex- 
-changed and those wishing to do anything in 
this line would best serve their own interests by 
giving Mr. Houghton a call. The stable has 
telephone connections and all orders are assured 
immediate and painstaking attention. 

People's Steam Laundry, D. A. Mahony, 

Proprietor, 7 and 9 Common Street, Natick, 
Mass. — It is proverbially difficult for doctors to 
agree, and when practically all physicians are 
agreed on a certain point the presumption is that 
there can be but little to say on the other side of 
the question. One point on which there is no 
dispute in the medical profession is the advisa- 
bility of having all laundry work done outside 
the home. The doctors say that the steam and 
odor from the washing are apt to create and to 
•spread disease, and they point out the fact that 
the process followed at a modern steam laundry 
totally destroys all disease germs which may 
exist in the clothing treated. The People's 
Steam Laundry is the first establishment of the 
kind to be opened in Natick and as it is equipped 
in first-class style throughout and is ably and 
progressively managed, tliere is ample reason for 
the great and growing popularity it has already 
attained. The proprietor, Mr. D. A. Mahony, 
served in the army and also in the United States' 
Navy, on the gun boat Desota, making over 
three years' service, and began operations in this 
town in 1886. The premises utilized by him are 
located at Nos. 7 and 9 Common street, and the 
facilities are sufficiently extensive to enable all 
work to be delivered promptly at the time prom- 
ised. The charges are moderate and good work 
is guaranteed ; all ladies' wear being handled 
exclusively by lady assistants and no precaution 
being neglected to ensure satisfaction to every 
reasonable customer. Mr. Mahony was three 



years overseer of the poor and has been prom- 
inent in town affairs, especially on the temper- 
ance question, having been elected four or five 
times on the board of selectmen on the temper- 
ance question, his service as selectman is 
memorable on account of his refusal to sign 
licenses, the town having voted to grant them. 
Mr. Mahony carried the question to the Supreme 
Court and thus obtained a decision that he was 
not obliged to sign the licenses under the law as 
it thus stood. 

Geo. C. Howe, Dry and Fancy Goods, Carpets 
and Furniture, Hogan's Block, Main Street, 
Natick, Mass. — One of the old established houses 
in this vicinity is that conducted by Mr. Geo. C. 
Howe. This flourishing business was founded 
by Mr. Howe in 1877 and has become a favorite 
resort for the residents of Natick when desiring 
anything in the dry goods or furniture line. 
The goods kept by this house are too well known 
throughout this section to need any especial 
remarks from us, suffice it to say it is the house 
at which to purchase dry goods of all kinds, 
including fancy goods, as well as carpets, of 
which he has a good assortment, such as extra 
supers, ingrains, hemp, straw matting and oil- 
cloths. His is also the place to buy furniture, as 
he can offer many advantages to those who wish 
chamber sets, parlor suits, kitchen furniture, 
extension-tables, centre tables, spring beds, mat- 
tresses, feathers, husks, mirrors, curtain fixtures, 
etc., etc. The premises occupied are located in 
Hogan's Block, Main street, and comprise two 
floors 20 X 60 feet each in dimensions. We 
commend this house to our readers as one 
whose reputation has been secured by a uniform 
system of fair and honorable dealing, which has 
ever characterized their transactions, as well as 
the excellent quality and reliability of all their 



B. A. Ring, dealer in Meats and Provisions, 
Wood's Block. Washington Street, Natick, Mass. 
Some few business men succeed by catering 
especially to one class of trade, but in the large 
majority of instances the only way to attain a 
large and permanent patronage is to spare no 
pains to satisfy the purchasing public in general, 
and it is just this policy intelligently and com- 
pletely carried out which commends the enter- 
prise conducted by Mr. E. A. Ring to the resi- 
dents of Natick and vicinity, and which has 
already resulted in the building up of an exten- 
sive patronage although operations were not be- 
gun until 1889. Mr. Ring's store is located in 
Wood's Block, Washington street, and has an 
area of 1,000 square feet, so that ample opportu- 
nity is given to carry a large and varied stock, 
comprising meats and provisions of every de- 
scription. As we have previously intimated, 
every class of trade is catered to, and whether a 
choice cut or piece of soup stock be wanted, 
whether your family is large small, delicate or 
robust, you can trade at this store to excellent 
advantage and have the satisfaction of knowing 
that you will be given full value for money paid 
in every instance. Mr. Ring employs three effi- 
cient assistants, and is consequently prepared to 
assure immediate and careful attention to all 
callers and to deliver orders at short notice. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NATICK. 



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Mitchell House, T. Mitchell, Proprietor, Edward Clark, dealer in "West India Goods,. 
Natick. — Experienced travellers say that New and Groceries, Crockery, Glass Ware, etc.. Main 
England leads all other sections of the country as Street, corner of Central, Natick, Mass.— A 
regards hotel acconimodation.s, and that this reTJew of the leading business men of Natick 
superiority is not so manifest in the larger cities which contained no mention of Mr. Edward 
as in the smaller communities throughout tlie Clark, might have some value as an oddity but 
entire section. This judgment i« gratifying of could not by any stretch of the imagination be 
course to every thoroughbred Yankee and is looked upon as complete, for this gentleman has- 
probably correct, but if such be the case it argues long been a prominent figure in local affairs and 
ill for the comfort of travellers in other parts of has exertpd a powerful influence in developing- 
the Union, for even here in New England the the best interests of the community. He is a. 
hotel accommodations are siisceptible of great native of Natick, holds the position of town 
improvement. To be sure there are some thor- treasurer, and is treasurer of the gas company,, 
oughly well-equipped and well managed public and a member of the board of directors of both 
houses here, but these show all the more strongly the local banks. The West India and grocery 
the deficiencies of the others, and it is easy to store of which he is proprietor is the oldest 
see how one who puts up for any length of time establishment of the kind in town, and has been 
at the Mitchell House will miss the luxuries and controlled for more than half a century by one 
comforts there provided when he goes away, family, Mr. Nathaniel Clark having commenced 
But of course that is no reason why they should and continued it for about twenty five years, and 
not be availed of whenever possible, and we the present owner for about thirty years. The 
would certainly advise all who visit Natick for premises made use of are located on Main street^ 
a long or short period to stop at the hotel in corner of Central in Clark's Block, and comprise 
question, which is equipped with steam-heat, a main store of the dimensions of 24 X 70 feet, a 
electric lights and in short is first class in its grain and flour room 40 feet square, and three 
appointments throughout. The premises are commodious basements. A very heavy stock is- 
sutficiently capacious to accommodate forty carried, made up of choice staple and fancy gro- 
guests, and the house is comfortably furnished ceries. crockery ware, glass ware, etc., together 
and excellently well kept in every part. It was with flour, feed, grain, etc. Despite the magni- 
opened in 1888 by Mr. T. Mitchell, and has tude of the business orders can be filled at 
already secured a firm hold on the public favor, remarkably short notice, for employment is given 
the patronase being extensive and constantly to seven competent assistants and every facility 
increasing. "The table is in keeping with the is at hand to enable operations to be carried on 
other departments, being furnished with an to the best advantage. Mr. Clark quotes the 
abundance of palatable food at all seasons, lowest market rates on dependable goods and 
The service is efficient and polite, and the terms spares no pains to maintain the enviable repvita- 
of the house are uniformly moderate. tion so long associated with this representative 

enterprise. Clark"s Block in which this store is- 

located, is the business block of the town and 

was built by Mr. Nathaniel Clark under the 
_ , r T-. > direction and management of his son, Mr. 

SamuiBl Emerson, manufacturer of Emerson s Efj^j^rd cj^rk It is a fine structure and a mon- 
Soap Powder, Natick.— There are two ways m ^j^^^^^^ ,q the enterprise and public spirit which 
which dirt may be removed from the skm or j^^^ marked the career of both father and son. 
from any fabric ; the first being mechanically ^^^ q,,^,.|. gpujor was for twenty years town 
and by main force, the second chemic:illy and by treasurer and has three times been a member of 
little or no force whatever. Many efforts have ^^j^^ ij.„igiature. 

been made to devise a compound which would ° ' ' 

effectually dissolve and remove all dirt and 

grease without injuring the fabric treated, but Geo. W. Moulton, Agent, E. L. Moulton, 
up to the present time nothing ha^ been found Games, Toys, C;onfectionery and Fancy Goods, 
which will equal Emerson's Soap Powder, first Washington Street, Natick, Mass.— This store 
put on the market in 1883. This is a sweeping is a very attractive place to visit, for the 
claim but it can be proved to be well founded, stock is varied enough to suit all tastes and is^ 
and those who will use the soap powder in made up of articles that are worthy of careful 
accordance with directions will find it to be not examinati-.n and will bear comparison with any 
only the best but the most economical, as but a similar store in this section. The premises made 
small quantity is required and the work of cleans- use of contain about 800 square feet, and the 
inp- is done with marvellous ease. The inventor assortment of goods on hand, includes games 
and patentee of this compound, Mr. Samuel suitable for children of all ages toys in great 
Emerson, is a native of Charlestown, Mass., and variety made to suit all purses and all tunes, and 
is well-known in trade circles throughout Mass- confection, ry which niny be found fresh and ot 
achu.setts, his powder being in active and in- good quality and variety. Mr. (_.. \V . Moulton 
creasing demand throughout the Slate. It is put is a native of Natick. He served in the army for 
up in one pound packages, and in order to pro- three years during the Rebellion, and is well 
tect the public from fraudulent imitations, the and favorably known in this place. Ihe line ot 
like 
each 
ar 



ikeness and signature of the proprietor are on holiday goods shown embraces about everything- 

3ach package. Mr. Emerson manufactures the that can be thought of, we can only say hat 

irticle himself and is prepared to furnish it in they must be seen to be appreciated, for their 

quantities to suit at very short notice. It is variety is almost endless, and they mclude the 
warranted positively harmless to the most deli-, very latest nove ties to be found in the maiket 

Gate skin or fabric, and should be used in every All in want of birthday gifts or fancy goods will 

family, both for laundry and toilet purposes. do well to pay a visit here. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NATICK. 




F. J. Williams, Photographer, North Avenue, 
Natick, Mass. — It seems ahiiost incredible that 
any person who had arrived at years of discre 
tion should judge of the merits of an article en- 
tirely by its cost, but, nevertheless, it is unde- 
niable that thousands of apparently intelligent 
people can be found who if sliown two objects, 
similar in appearance but differing greatly in 
price, will deceive themselves into thinking that 
the higher priced one is immeasnrabh^ superior 
to the other. Some photographers take advan- 
tage of this peculiar human trait and quote 
exorbitant prices on work which is in no sense 
better than that which a discriminating buyer 
■can obtain at a much smaller figure. Such, how- 
ever, is not the policy pursued by Mr. F. J. 
Williams, or "Williams, the Photographer," as 
he is more generally known; and we have no 
hesitation in saying that those who wish to get 
absolutely first-class photographic work at abso- 
lutely bottom prices, cannot possibly do better 
than to call at the spacious and well equipped 
studio of the gentleman in question. It is 
located on North avenue and comprises two 
floors, measuring 25X37 feet, an entire building 
being occupied. The proprietor is a native of 
England, and founded the enterprise in 1880, 
removing to his present location in 1887. He 
gives close personal attention to the supervision 
of affairs and employs sufficient assistance to 
ensure the prompt tilling of every order, photog- 
raphy in all its branches being extensively carried 
on and bottom prices being quoted in every de- 
partment of the business. 

George O. Wight, Salt and Fresh Provisions, 
Fruits and Vegetables, Summer Street, Natick, 
Mass. — A.mong the various dealers in meats and 
provisions doing business in Natick and vicinity, 
it would be impossible to find one better prepared 



to cater to all classes of trade than is Mr. George 
C. Wight, for in addition to carrying on a well 
stocked provision store on Summer street, he 
utilizes a slaughter house on Bacon street, where 
butchering is quite extensively engaged in. Mr. 
Wight's store was formerly known as the Natick 
Co-operative market, but has been under the 
control of the present proprietor since 1878. He 
was born in this town and has a very large circle 
of friends throughout this section. The store 
has an area of about 1,000 square feet and con- 
tains all necessary facilities for the storage and 
handling of the heavy and varied stock which 
comprises beef, mutton, lamb, veal, pork, lard, 
hams, sausages, and in short fresh, salted, smoked 
and pickled meats of all kinds, together with 
every variety of fruits and vegetables in the sea- 
son. Eggs are also largely dealt in, these goods 
being received at frequent intervals and being of 
a quality that cannot fail to suit the most fastidi- 
ous. Mr. Wight enjoys an extensive patronage, 
but callers are assured much prompter attention 
than is commonly given at smaller establishments, 
for five assistants are employed and all orders 
are filled without delay. 

O. W. Burks, Undertaker, Furniture Dealer 
and Auctioneer, No. 10 South Avenue, Natick, 
Mass. — The business carried on by Mr. C. W. 
Burks at the above place of business is some- 
what complex in character, for here will be 
found very commodious quarters where are dis- 
played an assortment of new and second-hand 
furniture, sewing machines and findings, stoves, 
ranges, carpets, bedding, etc., in sufficient variety 
to meet the demand of the trade of this vicinity. 
Mr. Burks quotes prices as low as is consistent 
for honest goods. He is a public auctioneer and 
will attendto this line of business on satisfactory 
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is an important one, for a good line of caskets, 
robes, and undertakers sundries are kept in stock 
so that orders can be promptly filled, and the ser- 
vices of Mr. Burks as funeral director when de- 
sired can be had, thus relieving friends of all 
the care and anxious details incident to the bu- 
rial of friends. Mr. Burks has had over twelve 
years experience having succeeded Mr. A. W. 
Burlvs in 1877, and hence is well known in this 
vicinity. His place of business is very conven- 
ient in location being but a few steps from the 
depot on South avenue. 

Charles H. Morse, Agent, Prescription Drug- 
gist and Registered Pharmacist, Downs' Block, 
South Main Street, Natick, Mass. — One of the 
best equipped and most carefully managed pre- 
scription drug stores of which we have knowl- 
edge is that conducted by j\Ir. Charles H. Morse 
in Downs' Block, Main street, and those who 
liave done business with this gentleman during 
the thirteen years that he conducted a similar 
establishment in Holliston, will cordially agree 
that he is very thorough and painstaking in his 
methods and neglects no precaution to ensure 
absolute accuracy in the filling of orders. Mr. 
Morse is a native of Holliston, and served in the 
army during the Rebellion, and has had over 
twenty five years experience in drug business. 
He came to Natick in 1889, and his establishment 
lias already attained wide popularity, the meth- 
ods employed in its management being highly 
appreciated by the purchasing public. The 
premises are of the dimensions of 18x65 feet, 
thu*! affording ample room for the carrying of a 
«on)plete assortment of drugs, medicines and 
chemicals, together with a carefully chosen stock 
of druggists' sundries, fancy and toilet articles, 
cigars, confectionery, etc. Mr. Morse is a regis- 
tered pharmacist and gives personal attention to 
the compounding of prescriptions; being pre- 
pared to fill all such orders without undue delay 
and at prices that are as low as is consistent with 
the use of pure ingredients. In fact, low rates 
are quoted in every department of his business, 
and the goods will in every instance prove pre- 
cisely as represented. 

Jacob Seifer, Clothes Cleaned, Repaired and 
Pressed, Pond Street, Natick, Mass. — This 
clothes cleaning establishment was founded by 
its present proprietor, ^Ir. Jacob Seifer, in 1884, 
and so encouraging has been his success that to- 
day he is the proprietor of the well-known works 
located on Pond street, and since it was thrown 
open to the public, has met with universal appro- 
bation and a steadily increasing business. This 
establishment is ecpiipped with the latest im- 
proved facilities and every requisite for their ope- 
ration. Skilled and reliai)le liands are employed 
and all work is guaranteed satisfactory. The 
energies of this house are devoted to the cleans- 
ing, repairing and pressing of gentlemen's gar- 
ments without ripping or taking ofT the trim- 
mings, and are finished to look as good as new. 
Clothing of all kinds is repaired in the best 
manner at very low prices, and all work intrusted 
to this establishment will be done in the most 
satisfactory style. Mr. Seifrr is a native of Ger- 
many and is well known throughout Natick. He 
is an excellent business manager, whose qualifi- 
cations have won for him a prominent position in 
this line of business, throughout the community. 



Doon & Bowers, wholesale and retail dealers 
in Flour, Grain, Feed, Hay and Straw; Custom 
Grinding; Mill on Cochiluate Street, Natick, 
Mass. — It is conceded by all in a position to 
judge impartially and intelligently, that Messrs. 
Doon & Bowers off'er unsurpassed inducements 
to purchasers of flour, grain, feed, hay and 
straw, and the more thoroughly the facilities of 
this firm are investigated the more plainly it be- 
comes evident that they are in a position to easily 
meet all honorable competition. The enterprise 
was inaugurated a number of years ago by 
Meesrs. Goodnow & Wheeler, who gave place to 
Messrs. D. E. Wheeler & Co., the present pro- 
prietors assuming control in 1888. IMr. J. W. 
Doon is a native of Worcester, and Mr. C. W. 
Bowers of Natick, the latter gentleman having a 
record of nearly five years of service in the 
army. The firm not only deal extensively in 
flour, feed and similar commodities but maintain 
a well equipped mfll on Cochituate street, where 
they are prepared to do custom grinding at short 
notice and at reasonable rates. Employment is 
given to three assistants, and both a wholesale 
and retail business is done. The firm represents 
the largest Hour mills and grain shippers in the 
w^est, Mr. Doon being the travelling agent and 
prepared to fill orders by car load direct from 
the west to any points in the east at the very 
lowest wholesale rates. They carry a large stock 
so that the largest orders can be filled without 
delay. There is available, sufficient storage ca- 
pacity to accommodate thirty car loads of grain, 
and among the commodities constantly on hand 
are the best brands of flour, corn, meal, ground 
oats, barley, shorts, fine feed, middlings, hay, 
straw, rj-e meal, wheat, cotton seed meal, mixed 
feed, bolted meal and Chicago gluten meal, for 
which Messrs. Doon & Bowers are sole agents. 
Their office has telephone connection and orders 
thus received are assured as prompt and careful 
attention as are those given in person. 

O. A. Grattan, "Star Bakery," Catering for 
Parties, etc., Natick, Mass. — The plainest and 
most convincing proof that the people of this 
country are making rapid and constant gain in 
general cultiu'e and refinement is afforded by the 
class of goods in demand to-daj', as compared 
with those which gave entire satisfaction but a 
few years ago Especially noticeable is the 
present demand for pure and delicately flavored 
confectionery, and manufacturers who are able 
and willing to properly cater to this demand are 
sure of building up a prosperous business. 
One of the most enterprising of Natick's confec- 
tioners, is Mr. C. A. Grattan who conducts what 
is known as the "Star Bakery." Mr. Grattan is 
in a position to supply confectionery of guaran- 
teed quality, in quantities to suit. He is a plain 
and fancy baker and can furnish fresh bread, 
cake and pastry in all its variety. The best of 
materials are used and the prices quoted will 
bear the strictest comparison with those named 
by other dealers in goods of equal excellence. 
The premises occupied are located in the Eagle 
Block, Main street, Natick, Mass. Emi)lojment 
is given to five capable and experienced assist- 
ants assuring prompt and careful attention to 
every order. ."Mr. G. S. Grattan, manager, is a 
native of Nova Scotia. No pains will be spared 
to give perfect satisfaction in all cases. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NATICK. 



Fred L. Ward & Co., manufacturers of Men's, 
Boys' and Youths' Button, Lace and Congress 
Shoes, South Main Street, Natick, Mass. — Retail 
shoe dealers certainly do not need to be informed 
that competition is close and keen in their line ot 
busineus nowadays, but some of them evidently 
fail to appreciate the importance of handling 
special goods which can be sold at moderate fig- 
ures and at the same time be confidently guaran- 
teed to prove precisely as represented. The 
average consumer finds more or less difficulty in 
getting foot-wear to suit him, and when he 
finally strikes an establishment where satisfactory 
goods are obtainable, he is bound to come again 
and to bring his friends, provided that the dealer 
makes a practice of keeping that special line in 
stock. Many dealers appreciate this fact, and 
those that do can do no better than to place their 
orders with Messrs. Fred L. Ward & Co., for 
this firm sell direct to the retail trade and make 
it a point to furnish goods of uniform quality. 
Mens', boy's and youths' button, lace and con- 
gress shoes are the specialties of this house, and 
their productions have always given the best of 
permanent satisfaction wherever introduced, 
both as regards their quality and their cost. 
Business was begun by Messrs. Lynn, Ward & 
Co., in 1887, the present firm being organized in 
1888. It is constituted of Messrs. F. L., and C. 
M. Ward, both of whom are natives of Brinifield, 
Mass., and are thoroughly familiar with every 
detail of their business. The factory is con- 
veniently located on South Main stret-t, and 
sufficient assistance is employed to enable the 
many orders received to be promptly and accu- 
rately filled. 

R. H. Randall, Dry and Fancy Goods, Ladies' 
Cotton Underwear a Specialty, No. 11 West 
Central Street, Natick, Mass. — The business 
indicated above was begun in 1885, and occupies 
premises of only about 1000 square feet, but these 
limited quarters are completely utilized for the 
accommodation of the carefully selected stock 
therein contained, the store is well lighted and 
attractively arranged and while the stock is not 
"immense" in quantity the proprietor has 
endeavored to make it select in quality, and to 
offer his patrons fresh and desirable goods at 
prices as low as is consistent with a legitimate 
business that intends to pay one hundred cents 
on a dollar. The assortment comprises a pleas- 
ing variety of dry and fancy goods with a mis- 
cellaneous stock specially designed for ladies' 
trade. A specialty is made of children's and 
ladies' underwear of which Mr. Randall is the 
manufacturer, and thus a producer in this com- 
munity, giving employment at their homes to 
from twenty-five to thirty ladies, according to 
the treason, a fact perhaps not generally known 
to the public, but which indicates that he is pre- 
' pared to meet all honorable competition in this 
line for equally desirable goods. Mr. Randall is 
also agent for the Domestic Sewing ISIachine and 
is prepared to furnish this family favorite in 
various styles and prices. Mr. Randall is a 
native of Portland, Maine, but has conducted 
this enterprise here long enough to establish the 
fact that he is a prudent, careful and conscien- 
cious dealer who sells his goods for just what he 
believes them to be, and at prices that only low 
rent and economical running expenses would 
permit. 



Estate of P. T. Doherty, manufacturer of 
Paste Stock Leather, Natick, Mass. — Of course- 
all our readers have heard the saying so oftem 
quoted in jest and earnest — "There's nothing: 
like leather," and yet we question if the majority 
of them really appreciate the wide and varied 
usefulness of this wonderful material. Of course- 
its utilization in the manufacture of boots and 
shoes, harness, straps, trunks, bags, and such ar- 
ticles in common use is known to everyone, but 
vast as is the amount of leather consumed ia 
these trades, there are many others which are 
also dependent upon this material to a greater or 
less extent. Very little leather is wasted nowa- 
days, for ways have been found to utilize the- 
smallest scraps, and it is largely owing to the 
ingenuity shown in this line that boots and shoes- 
have been so reduced in cost that everybody can 
afford to wear them. An enormous amount of 
what is known as paste stock leather is annually 
consumed, and the demand for it is apparently 
bound to continue to increase for an indefinite- 
time to come. A very large manufacturer of 
this material is Mr. P. T. Doherty, or rather it 
would be more strictly correct to say the estate 
of Mr. Doherty, for he carried on operations- 
from 1879 to 1887, since which time the industry 
has been continued under the management of 
Miss Denneen, who acts as agent for the estate. 
The factory occupies two floors of the dimensions 
of 40x50 feet and the productive facilities are- 
very large, employment being given to thirty 
assistants. The heaviest orders can be filled at 
comparatively short notice and the lowest mar- 
ket rates are quoted while the quality is the best.. 



E. M. Reed, Second-hand and Antique Furni- 
ture, No. 5 Common Street, Natick, Mass. — 
This enterprise is one of the novelties of the 
town for it might appropriately be called a "cu- 
riosity shop," for here you find the "unexpected"" 
in various forms. Mr. Reed pays especial atten- 
tion to antique furniture and anything pertaining 
to the household that is rare to find, whether in 
furniture or ornaments. His stock contains 
many things that have been refinished so that 
the original elegance has been reproduced and 
are now much sought for not only for their use- 
fulness but also because they cannot be dupli- 
cated, and the fact deserves especial mention that 
extravagant prices are not asked for these goods, 
Mr. Reed being satisfied with a reasonable com- 
pensation for his time and labor. Mr. Reed' 
deals in second-hand and antique goods, a speci- 
alty being made of the latter. The neat and at- 
tractive appearance of the stock, interspersed 
with the novelties on hand, impress a visitor as 
being quite in contrast with the general appear- 
ance of most second hand furniture stcn-es. Mr. 
Reed was born in Rutland, Mass., and is a descend- 
ant of Mr. Benjamin Reed, who was one of the 
"minute-men in the battle of Lexington and 
was one of the first to surrender his life on that 
memorable field, and his name is now on the tab- 
lets of that field. Mr. Reed commenced business 
in this town under very limited circumstances, and 
by hard, diligent work and constant attenticm to 
business has built up a trade that is now a just 
reward for the effort it han cost. Mr. Reed buys 
second-hand furniture for cash, but makes a 
specialty of exchange trade. 



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Wilson House, a Modern House, Heated by 
Steam, L. K. Mitchell, Proprietor, Summer 
Street, Natick, Mass.— The phrase "supplied 
with all the modern conveniences," has been so 
indiscriminately used that it has lost much of 
the meaning it originally possessed, and there- 
fore when calling attention to the perfection of 
the equipment of the Wilson House, we find it 
necessary to state more in detail the nature of 
the conveniences with which it is provided. 
This is a modern hotel, heated by steam, sup- 
plied with electric lights, and excellently 
arranged from roof to basement. It is centrally 
and pleasantly located on Summer street, and 
contains thirty five sleeping rooms which are 
comfortably fnruislied and are constantly kept 
in the very best of condition. The proprietor, 
Mr. L. K. Mitchell, has had charge of the house 
for about five years and has built up an enviable 
reputation for liberality and honorable dealing, 
as he spares no pains to make his guests feel 
entirely at home and is uniformly moderate in 
his charges. Employment is afforded to six 
efficient assistants, and due courtesy to every 
patron is insisted upon under all circumstances. 
The table is bountifully provided for, being sup- 
plied with an extensive variety of seasonable 
food at all times of year, and the bill of fare is 
made up with such care that it seems as if all 
tastes must surely be satisfied, especially as the 
cooking is equal to the best Such of our read- 
ers as have occasion to visit Natick for a long or 
short period and have no regular hotel, should 
make it a point to try the accommodations 
offered at the Wilson House, and we are confi- 
dent that those who do will thank us for calling 
their attention to so comfortable a stopping 
place. 



W. E. Daniels Hack, Boardmg, Sale and Liv- 
ery Stable. Barges Furnished for Picnics and 
Excursions. Also Hacks for Weddings and 
Panerals. Landau, with experienced driver, for 
Private parties; 45 Summer Street, Natick, Mass. 
— Few things are more provoking than to order 
hacks for any public occasion, such as a wed- 
ding, a parly, or a funeral, and have some ram- 
shackle, worn-out vehicle sent along in which 
anyone who has a decent regard for appearances 
is ashamed to ride. The average person does 
not have very frequent occasion to place such 
orders and hence is not apt to be well-posted as 
to where they may be placed to the best advan- 
tage, so that such of our renders as are included 
in this category and wish to ensure against being 
furnished with any such vehicles as we have re- 
ferred to, would do well to bear in mind that Mr. 
W. E. Daniels of No. 45 Summer street, gives 
particular attention to the furnishing of hacks 
for weddings and funerals, and is prepared to 
supply vehicles that will prove satisfactory to 
the most fastidious, notwithstanding that his 
charges are moderate in every instance. Mr. 
Daniels also furnishes barges for picnics and ex- 
cursions, and maintains a landau with an experi- 
enced and careful driver, for the use of private 
parties. He also carries on a general jobbing 
and furniture moving business. He is a native 
of Vermont, and succeeded Mr. C. M. Shermen 
in the ownership of his present establishment in 
188i. In addition to the services already men- 
tioned Mr. Daniels provides desirable teams for 
livery purposes; filling orders without delay and 
at low rates. He takes horses to board, guaran- 
teeing them comfortable quarters and suitable 
care; and as he carries on quite an extensive sale 
business, those wishing to purchase a reliable ani- 
mal at a fair price would do well to give hinui calL 



Charles H. Whitcomb, Our Hatter, Gents' 
Furnishings, Trunks, Valises, Lap Robes, Horse 
Clothing, etc. Nobscot Block, South Framing- 
ham. 13 Clark's Block, Natick, Mass.— Such of 
our readers as wish to see an extensive and skill- 
fully chosen assortment of hats, caps, gentle- 
men's furnishings, etc., would do well to call at 
one of the establishments conducted by Mr. 
Charles H. Whitcomb, for he carries on two 
stores — one in this town and the other in Nob- 
scot Block, South Framingham, Mass., and at 
either of these places there is to be found a stock 
which will repay careful inspection. Mr. Whit- 
comb certainly does not lack experience, for he 
has been identified with his present line of busi- 
ness ever since 1867, and one result of this expe- 
rience is his ability to meet all honorable compe- 
tition by furnishing desirable goods at positively 
bottom prices. The Natick store is located at 
No. 13 Clark's Block, and is occupied in con- 
junction with Mr. A. W. Palmer, a prominent 
dealer in clothing, so that one may order an en- 
tire outfit of wearing apparel without leaving 
the premises. Mr. Whitcomb caters to no special 
class of trade, but carries a stock suited to all 
tastes and to all purses. Besides hats and gents' 
furnishings it includes trunks, valises, lap robes, 
horse clothing, etc., and is kept constantly com- 
plete in every department. Employment is given 
to three efficient assistants and callers are assured 
immediate and painstaking attention, uniformly 
polite service being the rule to all. 



J. B. Fairbanks & Son, dealers in Fancy 
Goods, Toys and Notions, Books, Stationery, 
etc., 16 Main Street, Natick, Mass. — In pursuing 
our investigations to obtain material to com- 
pound this volume, the facts are proiuinently 
brought before us that thousands of operatives 
and hundreds of thousands of capital are in- 
vested in the manufacture of fancy goods, toys, 
etc., and, furthermore, that the lines of goods 
offered for sale in the Natick stores are fully 
equal, and in many cases, superior in quality and 
finish to those displayed elsewhere. Of the 
houses concerned in this vast industry, we will 
now devote a space to the one presided over by 
Mr. J. B. Fairbanks & Son. This establishment 
was opened in 1865 by Mr. J. B. Fairbanks, Mr. 
George C. Fairbanks having been admitted as 
partner to the business about 1870. The premi- 
ses occupied are located at No. 16 Main street, 
and are 25x70 feet in dimensions. The stock 
dealt in comprises fancy goods, toys and notions 
of all kinds In addition to the above named 
goods, Messrs. Fairbanks & Son deal in books, 
stationery, etc., and conduct an extensive retail 
trade in their lines of goods. Mr. J. B. Fair- 
banks is a native of Medfield, Mass., and 3Ir. 
George C. Fairbanks of Natick. Both these gen- 
tlemen are well known in s(x;ial as well as busi- 
ness circles. Mr. J. B. Fairbanks was connected 
with the school committee and was representa- 
tive for two years, and Mr. George C, Fairbanks 
has held the office of auditor for two j^are. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NATICK. 



John Carrigan, Dining Rooms and Home 
Cooking, South Avenue, opposite Depot, Natick, 
Mass. — These popular dining rooms are accessi- 
ble, quiet, neat, well lighted, airy and comforta- 
ble ; the food is the best that the market affords, 
the cooking is first class and the service prompt 
and obliging. Many of our readers do not need 
to be informed that the above is an accurate de- 
scription of Mr. John Carrigan's dining rooms, 
and this being so, tlie fact that they are the most 
popular in Natick follows as a necessary conse- 
quence. Mr. Carrigan has always shown great 
enterprise in catering to the wants of his patrons 
since he assumed entire control in 1889, and has 
greatly enlarged the business. The premises 
utilized are located on South avenue, opposite 
the depot, and afford a very desirable place for 
ladies and their escorts to lunch, dine or par- 
take of some of the many delicacies to be ob- 
tained here, and for which this establishment is 
noted. It is located opposite the depot and is 
very largely patronized by suburban "shoppers" 
as well as by residents of this place. Forty 
guests can be seated at a time, and are constantly 
served by the six competent assistants who are 
constantly in attendance. Strangers visiting 
Natick would do well to remember that the best 
place to get a regular meal or a lunch is at the 
dining rooms conducted by Mr. John Carrigan 
and located directly opposite tlie depot, for the 
"home cooking" is first-class and tlie charges very 
moderate, considering the quality of the food 
supplied and the service rendered. 

Thomas L. Irwin, "The Natick House 
Furnisher," Eagle Block, Main Street, Natick, 
Mass. — There is no need of argument to estab- 
lish the fact that an enterprise which has a ten- 
dency to encourage people to go to housekeeping 
and thus establish homes of their own is a good 
thing for the community at large, and as the 
undertaking carried on by Mr. Thomas L. Irwin 
exercises a powerful influence in this direction it 
is deserving of especially prominent and favor- 
able mention as a genuine public benefit. The 
proprietor is a native of Northampton, Mass., 
and succeeded Mr. C. H. Robinson in the owner- 
ship of the enterprise in question in 1877. Mr. 
Irwin is familiarly and very generally known as 
"the Natick House Furnisher," and the title is 
thoroughly well-deserved, for he is prepared to 
furnish any kind of a house from cellar to attic 
and to do the job as promptly, as cheaply and in 
every way as satisfactoiily as any one in the 
business. We do not ask our readers to take 
our word for this, but simply request them to 
look into the matter for themselves. Call at 
Mr. Irwin's store in Eagle Block, examine the 
heavy and varied stock, note the prices, see how 
the goods compare in quality with those offered 
elsewhere, and then draw your own conclusions. 
Four floors, having an area of some 5,000 square 
feet are utilized, and the assortment on hand is 
always seasonable and attractive. Sufficient 
assistance is employed to ensure prompt and 
careful attention to every caller, and we may add 
that no one is importuned to buy, goods being 
gladly shown at all times. Mr. Irwin is prepared 
to sell both for cash and on installments so there 
is no reason why all should not take advantage 
of the inducements he offers. His establishment 
is a thoroughly representative one and is a prime, 
popular favorite throughout this vicinity. 



Mrs. John Eenealy, Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Gents' Furnishing Goods, Men's, Youths' and 
Boys' Underwear, South Main Street, Down's 
New Block, Natick, Mass. — The ladies of Natick 
have certainly no good reason to complain of the 
"shopping" facilities afforded them, for there 
are a number of enterprising houses engaged in 
the dry and fancy goods business in this town, 
and the attractions offered and the prices quoted 
by some of these firms will compare favorably 
with those attainable in Boston or any other 
large trade centre. Among the most reliable of 
the houses in question stands that conducted 
now by Mrs. John Kenealy, and a discriminating 
purchaser only needs to visit this ladies' store on 
South Main street (Down's New Block) to be- 
come convinced that the values there offered are 
genuine and even exceptional. The business 
was founded by Mr. John Kenealy, and since 
1889, has been under the able management of 
Mrs Kenealy. The premises utilized are about 
800 feet in dimensions and an extensive retail 
business is done, requiring the services of two 
competent assistants. The stock comprises dry 
and fancy goods, collars, cuffs, gents' furnishing 
goods, also men's, youths' and boys' underwear, 
including the very latest novelties in these sev- 
eral lines as well as a full selection of staple 
products. The service is prompt, reliable and 
obliging, the prices are as low as the lowest, and 
the goods are in every instance warranted to 
prove just as represented. Mrs. Kenealy also is 
a practical dress maker and gives painstaking 
attention to all branches of this business, she 
also carries a good line of ladies' wrappers. 

Washington Street Stables, Edmond Ryan, 
Proprietor. Horses Boarded, Baited, Sold or 
Exchanged. First-class Hacks for Weddings 
and Funerals. Barges Furnished for Parties and 
Excursions. Carriages for Sale, Natick, Mass. 
— The enterprise conducted by Mr. Edmond 
Ryan was carried on for more than fifteen years 
by Mr. M. W. Hayward before the present pro- 
prietor assumed control in 1887, and has long 
ranked among the leading undertakings of the 
kind in the State. The Washington Street Sta- 
bles contain forty stalls, are illuminated by elec- 
tricity, and are equipped throughout in first-class 
style; employment being given to seven assistants 
and all orders being assured immediate and 
painstaking attention. Horses taken to board 
are assured comfortable quarters, an abundance 
of good food and the best of care, the chnrges 
made in this department of the business being 
uniformly moderate. First-class hacks will be 
furnished for weddings, funerals and other pub- 
lic occasions; and barges for parties and excur- 
sions with careful and expert drivers will also be 
supplied at short notice and at low rates. Mr. 
Ryan is native of Stowe, Ma«s., and has a very 
large circle of friends in this vicinity. He gives 
close personal attention to the supervision of 
affiairs and is constantly striving to improve the 
service rendered. A large sale and exchange 
business in horses is carried on, and carriages are 
also dealt in, thoroughly dependable vehicles be- 
ing offered at positively bottom prices. Orders 
for wheelwright work and carriage painting will 
be filled in a thoroughly satisfactory manner at 
short notice, and as the premists have have tele- 
phone connection communications can be quickly 
and easily sent from any point in this vicinity. 



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H. Harwood &. Sons maaufacturers of Base 
Balls, Natick, iSIass. — We are accustomed to 
speak of base ball as the "Nalloual game, " and 
the vast amount of space given it during the 
playing season by tlie leading newsjjapers of the 
country indicates the great popularity it enjoys 
among all classes of people, but in order to get 
some kind of an adequate idea of the extent to 
which the game is indulged in, it is necessary to 
visit such an establishment as that conducted by 
Messrs. H. Harwood & Sons in this town. This 
concern are among the most extensive and be.st- 
known base ball manufacturers in the country 
and their business is of exceptionally long 
standing for one of its character, having been 
founded in 1858, or long before the game had at- 
tained any great prominence. The factory occu- 
pies three floors of the dimensions of 85x90 
feet and is equipped with all necessary facilities 
for the manufacture of base balls of all kinds, 
for there is as much difference in base balls as 
there is in shoes, the retail price varying from 
five cents to $1.25. Messrs. H. Harwood & Sons 
turn out a very comjilete line and their goods are 
handled b}' the leading dealers throughout the 
country. Employment is given to from 150 to 
200 assistants, and several thousand barrels of 
balls are made every year, the demand being 
steadily on the increase. The productions of 
this factory will compare favorably with those 
of any other of a like nature in the Union, both 
as regards variety and the uniform excellence of 
each grade Tiie firm are prepared to fill orders 
promptly and to quote the lowest market rates at 
all times. 



C. M. McKechnie, dealer in Domestic and 
Vienna Bread, Cake and Pastry. Ice Cream a 
Specialty. No. 10 Main Street, opposite the bank, 
Natick, Mass. — Housework is none too easy, even 
under the most favorable circumstances, and 
every housekeeper knows that the baking of 
bread, cake and pastry is one of the most trouble- 
some and difficult of all her duties. Since the 
establishment of this bakery which Mr. C. M. Mc- 
Kechnie has conducted for more than five years, 
many have abandoned baking their own bread, 
etc., and there is no question but that many more 
would do the same thing it they were aware of 
the uniform excellence of Mr. McKechnie's i)ro- 
ducts, and realized that they would not only save 
time, but money also, by so doing. There were 
some who had a prejudice against "baker's bread" 
when this establishment began operations, but 
they found that the goods offered were just as 
clean, just as carefully made, and, in short, just 
as good as the best home-made articles, and far 
superior to the average. The premises occupied 
are located at No. 10 Main street, Natick, oppo- 
site the bank. It comprises one floor measuring 
18X70 feet, with a bakery in the rear. The pro- 
prietor is familiar with every detail of his busi- 
ness, and gives it his close personal supervision, 
uses the best materials and spares no pains to 
produce goods that will suit the most fastidious. 
Employment is given to five capable assistants. 
He has constantly on hand domestic and Vienna 
bread, cake and pastry. He makes a specialty of 
ice cream and of catering for weddings, parties, 
etc. Prompt and of careful attention is given to 
all orders. 



J- O. Wilson & Co. manufacturers of IMens', 
Boys' and Youth's Brogans and Plow Shoes, 
Natick, Mass. — The manufacture of boots and 
shoes is so extensively carried on in Natick and 
vicinity that an establishment devoted to their 
production must have markeil di>-tinctive features 
in order to entitle it to special mention, and a 
l)rominent example of .such an establishment is 
that conducted by Messrs. J. O. Wilson & Co., 
this factory being one of the largest and best- 
appointed of the kind in this section of the State. 
The premises utilized include one portion com- 
prising three stories and a basement, another two 
stories and a basement, and a spacious e!l, the 
entire factory being fitted up with improved 
machinery and employment being given to from 
400 to 500 operatives. Every detail of this vast 
business is given careful and skillful supervision 
and the consequence is there is less trouble and 
confusion than is often met with in the manage- 
ment of much less extensive undertakings. Tlie 
capacity of the factory is about 6,000 pairs per 
day, and the product is in such active demand 
that the firm find this not a bit too large, partic- 
ularly during the busy season. Messrs. J. O. 
Wilson & Co. manufacture men's, boys' and 
youths' brogans and plow shoes and their goods 
have an unsurpassed reputaticm for strength and 
durability, being prime favorites with consumers 
wherever introduced. This business was foimded 
more than a quarter of a century ago, and has 
gained its present magnitude by a steady process 
of development. It was at one time conducted 
by Messrs. J. O. Wilson & Son, but the existing 
proprietors are ]\Iessrs. J. O. Wilson, and H. G. 
Wood, both of whom are natives of New Hamp- 
shire and are widely known in trade circles. 



P. F. Doherty, Groceries, Flour and Grain, 
South jNIain Street, Natick, ]\hiss. — Among the 
retail dealers in groceries, flour and grain doing 
business in this section, no imv occupies a more 
prominent position than does Mr. P. F. Doherty, 
and the extent of his operations is significantly 
indicated by the magnitude of his stock, it being 
one of the largest in town. The establishment in 
question is located on South Main street and is 
20x60 feet in dimensions, and was originally 
established by Mr. Thomas Dounellon, who was 
succeeded by T. M. Lynch, the present proprie- 
tor having assumed entire control in 1889. ]\Ir, 
Uoherty is a native of Natick, and very well 
Icnown throughout this vicinity. The advanta- 
ges gained by dealing with a house carrying a 
heavy and varied stock at all times, are obvious 
enough to retjuire no explanation, and the 
steadily growing popularity of the establishment 
in question shows that the public appreciate the 
inducements there offered. Enj')yiug highly 
favorable relations with producers, Mr. Doherty 
is in a position to quote low prices as wsll as to 
supply dependable goods, and in the sale of cer- 
tain indispensable commodities, such as groce- 
ries, flour, grain, etc., he takes especial pains to 
satisfy the most critical customers, both as re- 
gards the quality of the product and the prices 
named on the same. All orders are promptly 
filled, and large or small buyers are assured 
equal consideration. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NaTICK. 



The Union Beef Oo.'s Famous Market 
E. M. Wall, Mauager, Downs' Block, Natick, 
Mass. — The Union Beef Company have their 
headquarters at Holliston, but since they opened 
their Natick branch, in 1889, their business has 
developed vpith surprising rapidity, for the resi- 
dents of this town are quick to appreciate solid 
advantages, and the liberal support they give the 
new enterprise cannot but be gratifying to 
Messrs. Coughlin Brothers the proprietors, and 
Mr. E. M. Wall, the naauager. The company do 
both a wholesale and retail business, and carry a 
very heavy stock at both their stores; that in 
this town being located in Downs' Block, and 
having an area of 1,000 square feet. The com- 
pany evidently find that it pays to keep good 
faith with their customers, for they never make 
an announcement not justified by the facts, and 
they spare no pains to completely satisfy every 
patron. No matter what you require in the line 
of meats and provisions the chances are that 
they can supply it, and what is still more to the 
point, that they can and will quote lower prices 
than any other dealers in this vicinity. Sufficient 
assistance is employed to fill orders without that 
exasperating delay so common in this line of 
business, and equal courtesy is extended to every 
buyer, large or small. 

J. B. Sweeny, Harness-Maker, Summer Street, 
Natick. — There is no recreation more safe than 
that of driving provided it be carried on under 
proper conditions, but considering the careless- 
ness displayed by many wbo indulge in the sport 
the wonder is that accidents are not doubly as 
frequent as they now are. No competent judge 
can examine some of the harnesses offered tor 
sale as "great bargains" without feeling that 
certain manufacturers care more for money than 
for life, for inferior stock and poor workman- 
ship are not at all liable to stand sudden strains 
or hard usage, and a broken trace, hold back 
strap, or rein is one of the most fruitful causes 
of serious accident. One reason why we take 
pleasure in calling attention to the harness and 
horse furnishings oflered by Mr. J. B. Sweeny, 
doing business on Summer street, is because we 
are confident that he sells things precisely on 
their merits, never misrepresenting them under 
any circumstances. Then again his prices are 
uniformly moderate, and his stock is large and 
varied enough to enable all orders to be promptly 
filled. Mr. Sweeny is a practical harness-maker 
and is prepared to do custom-work and repairing 
in a neat and durable manner at short notice. 
His charges are reasonable in every instance, 
and carefully selected material is used, no pains 
being spared to fully maintain the enviable rep- 
utation attained in connection with this impor- 
tant department of the business. 

Miss O. A. Travis, Millinery and Worsteds, 
19 Main Street, Clark's Block, Natick, Mass. — 
This establishment has long been known as hold- 
ing a leading position among similar enterprises 
in this section. This house was first introduced 
to the public in 1867, under the name of Travis 
& Washburn and so continued until 1870, when 
Miss Travis became the sole proprietress and has 
conducted the business in a highly satisfactory 
manner both for herself and her numerous pat 
rons. Miss Travis occupies part of the store 



located at 19 Main street, Clark's Block, with G. 
L. Bartlett, dry goods. She has in her employ 
five competent assistants during the season, and 
is well prepared to fill all orders at reasonable 
notice. It is hardly necessary to speak in detail 
concerning the advantages gained by placing 
millinery orders here, as it is very generally un- 
derstood by the ladies of Natick and vicinity 
that Miss Travis' taste is unsurpassed, and that 
she is very successful in suiting her work to 
the individuality of the purchaser. She keeps 
thoroughly well informed concerning the latest 
dictates of fashion, and her stock is replete with 
novelties in every department. She has also a 
fine assortment of worsteds which she is happy 
to show to those wishing for such goods. Her 
charges are moderate and satisfaction may be 
confidently expected by every customer. 

F. R. Leiand, House Painting, Graining and 
Paper Hanging, opposite the Common, Natick, 
Mass. — It is true economy to keep frame build- 
ings well painted, and those who think to save 
money by pursuing a contrary course, are sure 
to be disappointed, for the matter is now too 
thoroughly understood to admit of any uncer- 
tainty whatever. New England weather is 
about as destructive as anything of the kind can 
be, and the protection afforded to wood work by 
a couple of good coats of paint is enough to jus- 
tify the expense of it, leaving the question of 
appearances entirely aside. It requires good 
stock and skillful application to ensure the best 
results, and both of these may be provided for 
by placing orders with Mr. F. R. Leiand, for 
this gentleman makes a speciality of house paint- 
ing, graining and paper hanging, and does work 
equal to the best, at uniformly reasonable rates. 
A sufficient number of assistants are employed 
to enable immediate and satisfactory attention to 
be given to every order, and there is no reasona- 
ble room to doubt that the high reputation gained 
in the past, will be maintained in the future. 
Large or small orders are given equal considera- 
tion and estimates will be cheerfully and care- 
fully made on application. 

James Downs, Baker and Caterer, Downs' 
Block, Natick, Mass. — There are few residents 
in Natick who are not more or less familiar with 
the establishment of Mr. James Downs, which 
for many years has been prominently before the 
public as headquarters for anything in tlie line 
of the baker and caterer. This house was founded 
by S. B. Blethin in 1873, who was succeeded 
in 1877 by the present proprietor. The premises 
occupied for the transaction of this business are 
located in Downs' Block and are 20x60 feet in 
dimensions. The energies of this house are de- 
voted to the wholesale and retail trade in all 
kinds of baker's products, of which only the 
finest grades are manufactured. Mr. Downs 
gives special attention to the catering business in 
all its branches, and orders for parties, weddings, 
etc., will be executed in the most prompt and 
satisfactory manner. Employment is given to 
four thoroughly skilled and experienced assist- 
ants, and all orders are promptly filled and accu- 
rately delivered to any part of Natick. In all 
departments of this business there is noticeably 
a marked orderly and systematic method for the 
proper and correct conduct of each operation of 
the work, thereby ensuring first class results. 



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Brooks & Gleason, Boarding and Livery 
Stable. Horses and Carriages to Let. llaclis 
Furnished with careful and experienced drivers. 
Particular attention given to Boarding Horses 
and Furnishing Carriages for parties. No. 28 
Summer Street, Natick, Mass. — A thoroughly 
well-appointed and well-managed stable is one of 
the most useful establishments that can be car- 
ried on in any community, and the residents of 
Natick and vicinity have excellent reason to con- 
gratulate themselves that the town is so well pro- 
vided for in this respect as is the case at present, 
for the stable conducted by Messrs. Brooks & 
Gleason at No. 28 Summer street, is one of the 
best to be found in this section of the State, and 
the management spare no pains to keep the ser- 
vice rendered at the very highest standard of 
efficiency. This enterprise had its inceprion many 
years ago, and has changed hands repeatedly, 
the original proprietor being Mr. C. H. Sher- 
man, who was succeeded by Messrs. Clark & 
Brooks, they giving place to Mr. R. T. Brooks, 
who retained sole control for more than a score 
of years, finally being succeeded by Mr. C. T. 
Brooks in June, 1888, and the present firm was 
formed in December, 1889; the partners being 
Messrs. C. T. Brooks and L. E. Gleason. The 
former is a native of Natick, Mass., and the lat- 
ter of Wayland, Mass, Mr. Gleason being well- 
known hereabouts, as he was formerly the pro- 
prietor of the Wilson House in this town. Both 
members of the firm give close personal atten- 
tion to the supervision of affairs and propose to 
develop the business in every department if offer- 
ing a superior service at moderate rates will do 
it. A specialty is made of boarding horses and 
furnishing carriages for parties, and as there are 
some fifty stalls on the premises extensive facili- 
ties are available. Hacks will be furnished, with 
competent and careful drivers, at siiort notice, 
and an extensive livery trade is carried on, some 
stylish, easy-riding and in every way desirable 
turnouts being provided for use in this depart- 
ment, while the charges made are uniformly 
reasonable. 

Ij. p. Stone, dealer in all Kinds of Provis- 
ions, Masonic Block, Natick, Mass. — This is a 
very popular establishment for its proprietor, 
Mr. L. P. Stone, knows what the public want, 
and has a way of so satisfactorily supplying that 
want, that those wbo trade with him once, are 
pretty sure to come again, and, after a while, to 
induce their friends to come also. Mr. Stone is 
a native of Natick, Mass., and founded his pres- 
ent business in 1885. He is so well known 
throughout this vicinity that extended personal 
menticm is quite unnecessary. This house occu- 
pies one floor 25x70 feet in dimensions, and a 
basement, and at all times contains a very full 
assortment of meats, vegetables, canned goods, 
dairy products, eggs, etc., these goods being 
carefully selected for family trade, and being 
quoted at prices which will bear the severest 
comparison with those named at any retail pro- 
vision store in this neighborhood, for Mr. Stone 
believes in selling at low figures, preferring the 
"nimble penny" to the "slow sixpence." 'I'here 
are two competent and obliging assistants em- 
ployed, and callers may be sure of receiving 
prompt and polite attention, for large and small 
buyers are shown equal consideration, and no 
trouble is spared to satisfy everybody. 



Daniels &, Twitchell, Prescription Pharma- 
cists, Natick, Mass. — The business conducted 
by the firm of Daniels & Twitchell has held its 
present prominent position for so long a time, 
that it is safe to say no one at all familiar with 
Natick's business houses can be unacquainted 
with it, and indeed we question if there is a con- 
cern in the town engaged in a similar line of 
trade which is more generally and favorably 
known. This business was started about twenty- 
ene years ago by Mr. S. O. Daniels, and in 1888 
Mr. F. B. Twitchell became connected with the 
business as manager. There is probably no 
other branch of trade known to commerce in 
which so great a responsibility is incurred as 
there is in that carried on by the druggist. Deal- 
ing as he does, in drugs and chemicals, unfamil- 
iar to the general public, many of which agents 
are deadly in their effects when used in certain 
quantities, or when combined improperly with 
other materials, he must rely absolutely and en- 
tirely on the knowledge, care and skill of him- 
self and employes for the assurance that by no 
fault of his, or those for whom he is morally, if 
not legally responsible, shall the life, or even the 
comfort, of the hundreds whom he daily serves, 
be endangered. We need go no farther than the 
establishment of Daniels & Twitchell, located at 
No. 23 Main street, for an example of what a 
prescription pharmacist should be. The dimen- 
sions of this store are 24x70 feet and it contains 
a valuable stock of drugs and chemicals ot all 
kinds. Employment is given to three competent 
assistants. Prescriptions may be left with this 
firm with the moral certainty that all that learn- 
ing, skill and improved apparatus can do toward 
obtaining satisfactory results, will be done by 
those to whom they are entrusted. 



A. I. & G. W. Travis & Co., manufacturers 
of Men's, Boys' and Youths' Kip, Split and Grain 
Boots, Brogans, Bals. and Plow Shoes, Natick, 
Mass. — One of the oldest established enterprises 
of the kind in this town is that carried on by 
Messrs. A. I. & G. W. Travis & Co., for this 
was inaugurated nearly forty years ago, opera- 
tions being begun by Messrs. C. B. Travis & Co., 
in 1852. This firm was succeeded by Messrs. 
Damon, Thomas & Lewis, they by Mr. C. W. 
Copeland, he by Mr. R. W. Cone, who gave place 
to the existing concern in 1886. The present 
proprietors are IMessrs. A. I. and G. W. Travis, 
both of whom are natives of this town. The 
factory is a commodious and well-arranged 
structure, containing three floors and measuring 
60 X 80 feet. Employment is afforded to fifty 
assistants, and the product averages some 600 
pairs per day, being composed entirely of heavy 
goods especially designed for the southern and 
western trade. Tiie firm manufacture men's, 
boys' and youths' kip, split and grain boots, 
brogans, balmorals and plow shoes, and are in a 
position to fill orders promptly and to quote 
bottom prices at all times. Their productions 
are very widely known among the trade, and the 
constant demand for them is the best possible 
evidence of their standard merit. A full line of 
samples is carried at No. 120 Summer street, 
Boston, ''but all correspondence should be ad- 
dressed ,13, Natick. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NATICK. 



Robinson & Jones, dealers in Coal and Wood, 
Bundle Hay and Straw. Wood Sawed and 
Prepared to Order. OfHce and Yard, Union 
Court, Natick, Mass. — One of tlie oldest estab- 
lished and most truly representative enterprises 
of the kind in Natick and vicinity is that carried 
on by Messrs. Robinson & Jones, dealers in coal 
and wood, bundle hay and straw. This was inau- 
gurated many years ago by Mr. John S. Wood, 
who was succeeded in 1857 by Mr. Henry Good- 
now, he giving place to the existing tirm in 18G7. 
The proprietors are Messrs. C. H. Jones and W. 
B. Kobinson, and are among the b(st-known 
of our local business men. The firm do a very 
extensive retail business; their main office and 
yard being located in Union Court, Natick, and 
branch establishments being maintained at 
Cochituate and at Saxonville. The Natick premi- 
ses can accommodate about 3,000 tons of coal, 
those in Cochituate about 1,0U0 tons, and those 
in Saxonville a smaller amount. Employment is 
given to twelve assistants, and any of the com- 
modities dealt in will be delivered at any point in 
this vicinity at short notice, and at prices strictly 
in accordance with the lowest market rates. 
Wood will be sawed and cut to any dimensions 
desired, and equally careful attention is assured to 
large and small orders, the firm having an envia- 
ble reputation for extending uniform courtesy to 
every customer. Coal will be weighed on the 
town scales it it is n quested It is the endeavor 
of the firm that all orders be delivered promptly, 
all errors gladly corrected, and satisfaction guar- 
anteed. 

Chas. W. Ambrose, Watchmaker and Jeweler. 
Watches, Jewelry, French and American Clocks, 
Skillfully and Promptly Repaired, 15 Clark's 
Block, Natick, Mass — The general introduction 
of machineniiide watches, and perfection of a 
Bystem which so operates as to keep each work- 
man in a watch factory doing the same thing 
over and over again, have of course resulted in 
the cost of reliable time keepers being very mate- 
rially lessened, and so are worthy of unstinted 
approval, but they have other effects which are 
not so gratifying, and one of Ihe most annoying 
of the.'e is the present scarcity of really skilllul 
practical watch makers, and the consequent dif- 
ficulty experienced in having fine watches 
repaired properly. There are probably none of 
our readers who have carried a tine chronometer 
for any length of time but what have met with 
the difficulty mentioned, and they at all events 
will be pleased to learn of an establishment 
where fine watch repairing is made a specialty and 
where ihe very best work is done at moderate 
rates. We reler to that conducted by Mr. Chas. 
W. Ambrose, at No. 15 Clark's Block, Natick. 
Without asserting for a moment that this is the 
only place where first-class repairing is done, it 
may still be said that no better work of the kind 
is done in this vicinity, and few establishments 
enjoy so high a position in connection with the 
filling of such orders. Mr. Ambrose occupies 
the store in connection with Mr. James H. Frost, 
who is a druggist. Mr. Ambrose gives his per- 
sonal attention to his business, which consists of 
jewelry as well as watches, also French and 
American clocks, which can be skillfully and 
promptly repaired. 



J. F. Gray, Confectioner and Caterer, Masonic 
Block, Natick, Mass. — No one can compare the 
candies in the market to day with those offered 
a decade or so ago, without being struck with 
the great advance which has been made in this 
line of manufacture, for it is unquestionably true 
that the confectionery of lo-day is, generally 
speaking, decidedly purer, more carefully manu- 
factured, and more delicately flavored than any 
which has preceded it. The public demand 
pure and skillfully made confectionery, and 
those manufacturers who have the ability to ap- 
preciate this demand, and the enterprise to cater 
to it, are of course the ones who do the most 
extensive business. In this connection we may 
very appropriately call ^.ttention to the establish- 
ment carried on by Mr. J. F. Gray, who is located 
in Masonic Block, for this gentleman is a manu- 
facturer of pure confections, and he spares no 
pains to suit the most fastidious customers, and 
who carries on an extensive retail business. Mr. 
Gray commenced business in New Bedford, 
Mass., in 1862, and removed to Natick where he 
has since ren)ained, in 1884. The premises occu- 
pied measure 15x70 feet, where he has every 
facility for attending to orders of his customers, 
as caterer, or to till orders for ice cream or fruit. 
He has three able assistants and all orders will be 
filled with care and promptness, and at the low- 
est rates for pure unadulterated articles. 

H. F. Chamberlin, Dry and Fancy Goods> 
No. 6 Main Street, Natick, Mass. — The business 
carried on by Mr H. F. Chamberlin at No. 6 
Main street, was founded about half a century 
ago, this enterprise being the oldest one of the 
kind in Natick. The present proprietor only 
assumed control in 1889, but he has been very 
prominently identified with the undertaking for 
a score of years, during which time he officiated 
as head clerk for the former owners, Messrs. P. 
F. VVoodbury& Co. Mr. Chamberlin is a native 
of this town and is one of the best koown of all 
our local busines men, both in srcial and in 
trade circles. Considering his long and varied ex- 
perience, it goes without saying that he is thor- 
oughly familiar with every detail of the business, 
and as he give it closcpersonal attention the ser- 
vice is maintained at the very highest standard 
of efficiency. The premises utilized are 25x75 
feet in dimensions, exclusive of a spacious cloak 
room, and contain a heavy and carefully chosen 
assortment of imported and domestic dry and 
fancy goods, comprising the very latest fashiona- 
ble novelties, and being remarkably complete in 
every department. The most discriminating 
buyers residing in Natick and vicinity, make it 
a rule to visit this popular store when anything 
in the line of dry or fancy goods is wanted, and 
we need hardly say that the enviable reputation 
for enterprise and honorable dealing so long as- 
sociated with this representative undertaking is 
fully maintained under the present management. 
Dependable goods, bottom prices, prompt and 
polite service to all — this makes a strong combi- 
nation and fully explains the popularity of this 
deserving enterprise. Notwithstanding the mag- 
nitude of the business there is no delay in serving 
customers, for efficient as-»istauts are employed 
and immediate and courteous attention is the 
rule to all. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NA TICK. 



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Miss A. F. McGrath, ]\Iillinery and Fancy- 
Goods, cor. Main and Pond Stre«ls, Natick, Mass. 
— We believe tliat Naticlc, Mass., is not surpassed 
by any place of its population in New England 
as regards the number and excellence of the mil- 
linery establishments it contains, and j-et the 
business is far from being overcrowded — that is 
to say as far as strictly first class niillin';rs are 
concerned. It may be freely admitted that a 
milliner of ordinary skill and enterprise has not 
so much chance of success here as in a score of 
places that might be named, but that this is true 
only of those having no special qualificHtions is 
shown by the success which has attended Miss A. 
F. McGrath since she began operations in 1885. 
This lady has already built up an extensive and 
highly desirable patrcmage, and every indication 
seems to point to continued success. The premi- 
ses occupied are located at the corner of Main 
and Pond streets. Natick, and have an area of 
about 600 feet. It is well arranged and contains 
a fine assoitment of millinery and fancy goods 
in general, both of foreign and domestic origin. 
Miss McGrath employes two experienced assist- 
ants and gives personal attention to the tilling of 
orders for custom work. Satisfaction is warranted 
to all customers. Trimmed and untrimmed hats 
and bonnets, ribbons, velvets, feathers, orna- 
ments, flowers, etc., are offered in great variety. 



Newell Cooper, Shirt Manufacturer, Wash- 
ington Street, Natick. Mass. — The phenomenal 
popularity which fancy woolen shirts have at- 
tained of late years speaks well for the sound 
common sense of the public, for these shirts are 
admirable from a hygienic point of view and 
combine beauty, utility and comfortableness to 
an exceptional degree. It is to be deplored that 
some so called "cheap" shirts of this kind have 
lately been placed upon the market, for these are 
really cheap only in name and are so badly made 
from inferior nuiterial that they cannot give sat- 
isfaction and are liable to prejudice many against 
outing and tourist's shirts of all kinds. An ex- 
cellent example of a precisely opposite policy is 
that afforded by the methods emi)lo}'ed by Mr. 
Newell Cooper, who is extensively engaged in 
shirt manufacturing in this town. Mr. Cooper 
was born in Maine, and served in the army dur- 
ing the Rebellion. lie lias carried on his present 
enterprise for about ten years and his productions 
now have a standard reputation which assures 
for them a rea<l}' sale. An entire building of the 
dinu-nsions of 24x40 feet is utilized, it being 
equipped with all necessary machinery run by 
steam power. Employment is given to from 
thirty to forty assistants, and Mr. Cooper manu- 
factures for Boston parties and makes a specialty 
of woolen and outing shirts and shows many 
new and attractive patterns. 



PLAIN AND ORNAMENTAL PRINTING. 

ENTERPRISE • STEHM • JOB • 0FFIC6. 

Fully Equipped for all First-class Typographical "Work. 

E^LEGA.NT NEW XYF'K. L^^TtCt^T INIF-ROVEIJ F^RESSES. 



All our Paper and Card Stock is bought from the manufacturers at Lowest 
T»rices. 

We challenge competition in prices, quality of -work and speed of execution. 

Our Samples of Ball and Wedding Designs are not surpassed. 



CHASE'S BLOCK, WOOD SQUARE, HUDSON, MASS. 
UOWK CEMENT COMPANY, NORVs^ICH, CONN. 

The Howe Cement Co., manufacturers of were begun in 1874. and the business has 

Fine Shoe Dressings, 32 Talman Street, Nor- increased until now three floors of dimension 

■wich. Conn.— It will never be known exactly averaging 30X25 feet each are utilized for 

how many thousands of dollars have been spent manufacturing purposes, and employment is 

in the improvement of cements for leather, given to a number of experienced assistants, 

rubber, etc., but the total sum must be very The ofiice and factory are located at No. 33 

large indeed for almost numberless attempts Talman street, and are {(luippcd with all neces- 

have been made to discover new compounds, and sary facilities for the manufacture of leatlier and 

■experiments have been carried on for prolonged rubber cements, thus enabling ortlers to be filled 

periods and almost witlmut regard to expense, at short notice and at moderate rates. The com- 

The ideal cement is unaffected by moisture or a pany also manufacture the celebrated D.msy Shoe 

reasonable degree of heat, hardens quickly, but Pomsh wiiich is warranted perfectly harmless to 

not too (luickly, is easily applied and contains no ladies' and children's fine .shoes and aivcs a dur- 

ingredient in the least degree harmful to leather able and brilliant gloss. It is put up in atlrac- 

-or rubber. In the opinion of many practical men five form, and if desired it can be procinid in a 

and thoroughly competent judges, the com- wooden safety box which prevents breakage, 

pounds produced by the Howe Cement Com- They also manufacture the E.\gi,k Dukssing, 

pany more nearly approach this ideal than any which is equally harmless and the best ten cent 

others in the nuifket, and the proof of this is to dressing made. The proprietors are Messrs. S. 

be found in the large and rapidly increasing G. and W. H. Howe, the former being a native 

demand for the company's goods. Operations of .Maine and the latter of Masi-achusetts. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF 



COCHITUATE, MASS. 



The flourishing village of Cochituate is located on the southern border of the 
town of Wayland and is now just about sixty years old, its origin dating back to- 
1830, when Messrs. William and J. M. Bent began the manufacture of shoes. 

Although comparatively young when considered in connection with other 
Massachusetts villages, it is yet older than the town in which it is located, for Way- 
land has' borne its present name only since 1835. But when the date of the grant 
and settlement of this territory is taken into consideration it is found that it is one 
of the oldest of Massachusett's plantations, it embracing about two-thirds of the 
tract granted in 1637 by the General Court as the township of Sudbury. The 
present Sudbury lies entirely on the west side of the Sudbury River, and is made up 
of one-third of the original grant of land and subsequent additions. The original 
village of Sudbury was on the east side of the river, and for about ninety years tho 
town meeting-house, corn-mill, grave-yard, and in fact all the public and semi-public- 
Sudbury institutions were located on that side, but in 1780 the town was divided,, 
that part on the west bank taking the name of Sudbury, and that on the east bank 
being henceforth known as East Sudbury, until the name Wayland was adopted 
about fifty-five years ago. 

The existing township has an area of 10,051 acres and is bounded on the north 
by Lincoln, on the east by Weston and on the south by Natick, the Sudbury River 
forming its western boundary for a distance of five miles and 251 rods, and having a 
total length, within the town limits, of 10 miles and 162 rods. 

As a town, Wayland is to be classed among distinctively agricultural commu- 
nities, and the Sudbury River meadows have been pi-ofitably cultivated from the very- 
beginning. The town was named in honor of Francis Wayland, D.D., president of 
Brown University, who to show his appreciation of the compliment offered to give 
$500, provided the town furnished an equal amount, and used the combined sum ir> 
the founding of a library which should be for the free use of all the inhabitants. 
The gift was accepted, but as the question was raised whether the town had a legal 
right to raise money by tax for such a purpose, a larger sum than had been appro- 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF COCHITUATE. 



81 



priated was raised by private subscription and given to the town to be used in 
establishing a library. In this connection it is interesting to note that the general 
law under which free libraries have been founded throughout the State was passed 
through the influence of Wayland's representative in 1851, Rev. John B, Wight. 

The town library was founded in 1848 and opened for the delivery of books in, 
1850, it being the first free public library in Massachusetts. 




Street in Cochituate, Mass. 



As before stated, the village of Cochituate owes its origin and much of its 
development to Messrs. William, and J. M, Bent, who were the pioneer shoe manu- 
facturers. The village takes its name from its location on Lake Cochituate, — the 
main source of Boston's water supply. 

The growth of shoe manufacturing within its borders during a period of lesa 
than forty years is shown by the following figures : 

The number of pairs of shoes manufactured in 1837 was 29,660, value, $22,419 ; 
males employed, thirty-one; females, fifteen. In 1875 the value of manufactured 
goods was $1,799,175 ; males employed, 431 ; females sixty. The statistics for the 
last fifteen years show a generally steady and pronounced gain, and indicate that 
the prosperity of the village is not so easily influenced by disturbing causes as is that 
of most manufacturing communities. Of course any national '* boom " or depression 
is bound to influence local industries to some extent, but the balance is not so 
sensitive here as at many other points, and the equipment and general facilities of 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OP OOCHITUATE. 



the more prominent local manufacturers are of a character that enables them to 
meet all honorable competition in the markets where their productions are 
best known and most largely in demand. The future of the village looks as bright 
as its past has been prosperous, and a continuance of the energy which has thus far 
characterized the management of its industries will doubtless assure steady and solid 
■development. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



COCHITUATE 



Wm. & J. M. Bent, manufacturers of Fine 
Shoes, Cochituate, Mass. — There are evidences 
on every hand of the wonderful progress which 
has been made of late years in shoe manufac- 
turing, but in order to really appreciate the per- 
fection which has been attained in this line of 
industry it is necessary to visit such an establish- 
ment as is conducted by Messrs. Wm. & J. M. 
Bent here in Cochituate, for this is one of the 
largest and best-equipped factories devoted to 
the production of fine shoes in the entire coun- 
try, and the product is accepted as the standard 
of quality in all markets in which it has been 
introduced. This great business has been built 
up from very modest beginnings and has been fully 
sixty years in attaining its present magnitude, 
operations having been begun in 1830, by Mr. 
William Bent, and the existing firm-name hav- 
ing been adopted in 1849. The present proprie- 
tors assumed control in 1885, and consist of 
Messrs. William H., J. A., Myron W. and 
Ralph Bent, and are sons of Mr. J. M. Bent, and 
became identified with the business at the date 
last given. All are natives of this town, and 
Wm. H. and J. A. have served on the board of 
selectmen, and Wm. H. and M. W. have served 
as representatives. They give careful personal 
attention to the management of the vast under- 
taking with which their names are identified, 
and as a consequence the elaborate plant of ma- 
chinery is maintained at the very highest stand- 
ard of efficiency, and the work turned out has 
no superior in the world in its special line. The 



main shop is four stories in height and 100x45 
feet in dimensions, see cut on page 81, and 
two ells of the respective dimensions of 40x40 and 
140x45 feet. There are also various out build- 
ing, utilized for a variety of purposes, the 
premises being excellently arranged and being 
equipped throughout with machinery of the 
most improved type; including a 70 horse en- 
gine and three steam boilers, having an aggre- 
gate capacity of 200 horse-jiower. Employment 
is afforded to from 550 to 600 operatives, the out- 
put is from 3,000 to 4,000 pairs per day. Messrs. 
William & J. M. Bent make a leading speciality 
of the manufacture of fine shoes, and manufac- 
ture for Messrs. Potter, White & Bailey, one of 
the largest houses in the trade. If any curiosity 
is felt as to the reasons for the enviable reputa- 
tion held by the productions of this factory 
it will surely be dispelled by a visit to the premi- 
ses and a careful investigation of the methods 
practiced, for nothing is left to chance, but 
every process is carried out in accordance with 
a well-arranged system, and from the reception 
of the raw material to the sending out of the 
finished article, careful and skillful supervi- 
sion is constantly provided. The firm manu- 
facture a great variety of styles, and it is evident 
that the most diverse tastes can be suited from 
the extensive line they turn out. Beauty, com- 
fort, durability — this is a most desirable combi- 
nation, and it is not surprising that the produc- 
tions of this representative concern should be in 
constantly increasing demand. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF COCHITUATE. 



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Felch Bros., manufacturers of Men's, Boys' and 
Youth's Wax and Split Brogansand Plow Shoes. 
Factory and Ofl-ice, North Main, near Pine Street, 
INatick, ]Mass. ; Boston Office, 121 Summer Street. 
— The undertaking carried on by Messrs. Felch 
Brothers was founded in 1858, and some idea 
of how the business has developed during the 
past 33 years may be gained from the fact that 
the original shop was just 20 feet square, 
while the present factory contains four floors 
«ach of which has an area of about 3,200 square 
feet. The factory and office are located on 
North Main street, near Pine, and a most com- 
plete plant of the latest improved machinery 
is utilized, power being furnished by a 40-horse 
•engine and employment being given to 100 as- 
sistants, who produce about 1,500 pairs per day. 
The firm is constituted of Messrs. J. F. Felch, 
O. A. Felch and Harry Felch, all of whom are 
natives of Natick. My. J. F. Felch was for- 
merly connected with the board of selectmen, 
and Jlr. O. A. Felch is one of the directors of 
the Natick National Bank, and all the partners 
are so universally known hereabouts as to render 
extended personal mention quite unnecessary. 
They give careful attention to the many details 
of the business and their products are of uniformly 
excellent quality; comparing favorably with all 
others of similar grade in the market. Men's 
boys' and youths' wax and split brogans and 
plow shoes are very extensively manufactured, 
and samples may be seen at No. 121 Summer 
street, Boston. A well appointed grocerj^ store 
is maintained by Messrs. Felch Bros., opposite 
their factory and it is a great public accommo- 
dation as the stock is large and varied, the goods 
excellent and the prices as low as the lowest. 



N. R. Gerald, dealer in Stationery, Confec- 
tionery, Fancy Goods. Patent IMedicines, Cigars 
and Tobacco, also Agent for Daily and Weekly 
Papers, Cochituate, Mass. — It is a perfectly .safe 
assertion to make that everybody in Cochituate 
is entirely familiar with the establishment con- 
ducted by Mr. N. R. Gerald, not only because 
the post office is located on the premises, but also 
because the assortment of goods offered is so 
attractive and the prices quoted are so low that 
the store is very popular among the most dis- 
criminating purchasers. Mr. Gerald is a native 
of Randall, Mass., and has carried on his present 
business since 1878. In his official capacity as 
postmaster he is both efficient and accommodat- 
ing, and spares no pains to make the .service as 
satisfactory as possible, both as regards prompt- 
ness and accuracy. A large and exceptionally 
varied stock is carried, comprising stationery, 
confectionery, fancy goods, patent medicines, 
cigars and tobacco; and as jMr. Gerald is agent 
for tlie daily and weekly papers it will be seen 
that his store is a decided public accommodation 
in more respects than one. lie quotes the low- 
est market rates on the various goods he handles, 
and the latest fashionable novelties in stationery, 
fancy goods, etc., are always well represented in 
his stock which, taken as a whole, is one of the 
most attractive of the kind to be found in this 
section of the State. 



E. A. Alwood, dealer in Groceries, Flour 
and Grain, Pond Street, Cochituate.— Mr. E. 
A. Atwood is a native of Natick, and is very 
widely and favorably known throughout this 
vicinity, having begun operations in Cochituate 
in 1878, and holding an enviable reputation as an 
enterprising business man who employs strictly 
legitimate methods and makes it an invariable 
rule to keep faith with his customers at all 
times. lie utilizes premises located on Pond 
street, and having an area of 1,200 square feet, 
thus affording ample room for the carrying of a 
very extensive stock made up of groceries, llour, 
grain, canned goods, teas, coffees, spices, etc. 
As Mr. Atwood caters expressly to family trade 
his goods are selected with unusual care, and be- 
ing obtained from the most reputable sources 
can safely be guaranteed to prove strictly as 
represented in every respect. Table reli>hes, 
conserves, sauces, etc., are extensively handled, 
and the line of canned goods is made up exclu- 
sively of the productions of the most reliable 
packers and includes fruits, vegetables, meats, 
etc , all of which are warranted to contain no in- 
jurious substances of any kind. Choice brands 
of flour are also largely dealt in ; bottom prices 
being quoted on bag and barrel lots, and grain 
will be furnished in quantities to suit, all orders 
being assured prompt and accurate delivery. 

J. M. Moore, dealer in jNIeats and Piovisions, 
also Proprietor of Livery Stable, Cociiituate. — 
The enterprises conducted by Mr. J. M. Moore 
are among the most useful and popular of all 
those located in this coinnmnity, for he gives 
close personal attention to the supervision of 
affairs and is consequently enabled to keep the 
service up to a high standard of efficiency. He 
is a native of Cochituate, and served in the army 
during the Rebellion; and in 1884 succeeded ]\Ir. 
W. (!. Neal in the ownership of the meat and 
provision business which ^Ir. Moore has since 
so successfully conducted. The store has an 
area of about 600 square feet, and always con- 
tains a carefully chosen stock, comprising beef, 
lamb, veal, pork, mutton, hams and fresh and 
salted meats in general, together with country 
produce, including all kinds of vegetables in 
their season. All classes of trade are catered to 
and the lowest market rates are (juoted on the 
various commodities handled. ^Ir. Moore also 
carries on a well-equipped livery stable and is 
prepared to furnish stylish, comfortable and in 
every way desirable teams, at short notice and at 
reasonable rates. He has eight horses available 
for livery purposes, and employs sufficient assist- 
ance to ensure both animals and vehicles being 
kept in first class condition and to enable him to 
guarantee prompt and satisfactory service at all 
times. 

H. O. Dean, manufacturer of Brogans and 
Plow Shoes, Main Street, Cochituate.— The en- 
terprise conducted by Mr. II. C. Dean has been 
carried on for nearly 30 years and is one of the 
best known of the various manufacturing under- 
takings located in this vicinity. It was inaugu- 
rated in 1861 by Mr. II. C. Dean, afterwards be- 
ing continued by ^lessrs. T. A. & II. C. Dean, 
who were succeeded by Messrs. C. VV. & II. C. 
Dean, die present proprietor assuming sole con- 
trol in 1879. He was born in Cochituate, has 



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been a member of the board of selectmen, and 
for years has been regarded as one of our most 
truly representative business men. Mr. Dean is 
engaged in the manufacture of brogans and 
plow shoes, and utilizes one-half a shop which 
occupies premises comprising three floors of the 
dimensions of 20x60 feet. His productions are 
well known among the trade, and their unifor- 
mity of quality makes them popular alike with 
dealers and consumers for they can safely be 
guaranteed to prove as represented, and are sure 
to give entire satisfaction. Mr. Dean is prepared 
to fill orders at short notice, and to quote the 
lowest market rates at all times. 



O. A. Goodnow, dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, Furnishings and Dry Goods, Cochitu- 
ate, Mass. — We are quite sure that the residents 
of Cochituate will agree with us in considering 
the establishment conducted by Mr. C. A. Good- 
now to be worthy of especially favorable men- 
tion, for it is one of the most popular stores in 
town, and what is still more to the point, its 
popularity has been attained by the continual 
practice of strictly legitimate methods. The 
business was founded a good many years ago, 
and in 1879 came into the possession of Mr. 
George A. Leach, who was succeeded by the 
present proprietor in 1888. Mr. Goodnow was 
born in Waltham, Mass., and has proved himself 
to be a careful and discriminating buyer as well 
as an enterprising dealer since he became identi- 
fied with his present business, for his stock is 
always attractive in variety and quality, and his 
prices are as low as can be quoted on really de- 
pendable goods. Among the more prominent 
articles dealt in may be mentioned boots, shoes 
and rubbers, furnishings and dry goods, and the 
very latest fashionable novelties are represented 
in the assortment offered, together with full lines 
of staple goods. Competent assistance is em- 
ployed and prompt and courteous attention is as- 
sured to every caller, goods being cheerfully 
shown at all times. Mr. Goodnow is also agent 
for W. A. Bird for coal and wood. 



R. C. Dean, manufacturer of Brogans and 
Plow Shoes, Cochituate, Mass. — Among the 
flourishing and noteworthy concerns devoted to 
the production of footwear in Cochituate may be 
m.entioned the establishment of R. C. Dean, 
manufacturer of brogans and plow shoes, and 
whose products maintain a uniformly high stand- 
aid of excellence, and as a consequence are in 
steady and extensive demand throughout the 
South and West, while the trade affords evi- 
dence of constant and substantial increase every 



year. Mr. Dean, who is a native of Cochituate,. 
is a practical and expert workman, and is thor- 
oughly conversant with every detail of the 
business. The business was commenced in 1870- 
by King & Dean, but in 1873 Mr. A. F. Dean 
assumed full control and thus continued until 
1879, when the present proprietor, then only 
nineteen years of age, became a partner, the two- 
brothers doing business under the firm style of 
A. F. Dean & Co. In 1882, Mr. R. C. Dean be- 
came sole proprietor, the business growing and 
extending rapidly from the first, until now it is- 
of a most gratifying character. The factory is a 
three-story frame structure, 20x60 feet in dimen- 
sions, and is also occupied by Mr. R. C. Dean. 
Employment is afforded to from 20 to 25 hands. 
Mr. Dean gives very close personal attention to- 
the. business, and the prosperous development of 
the business is but a just reward. 



Oochituate House, J. A. Dupuis, Proprietor, 
Cochituate, Mass. — It requires no little tact and 
ability to manage a hotel successfully, for one 
has all sorts of people to deal with, and what 
will suit one class of patrons will prove highly 
obnoxious to another; so it is no wonder that but. 
few men are capable of conducting a really popu- 
lar house, and that failures are much more fre- 
quent than successes. An immediate and pro- 
nounced success in this line of business is cer- 
tainly worthy of more than passing mention, and 
in this connection we may very fittingly call the 
attention of our readers to the Cochituate House 
under its present management, for since Mr. J. 
A. Dupuis succeeded Mr. William Hardy in the 
proprietorship of the hotel, in 1889, he has 
amply proved both his determination and his 
ability to make the house a popuhir one in the 
best sense of the word. Mr. Dupuis is a native 
of Canada, and evidently has a very clear con- 
ception of what the public demand in hotel ac- 
commodations, for he has worked hard to im- 
prove the service offered at the Cochituate House, 
and neglects no opportunity to make such, 
changes as careful observation indicates would 
be desirable. The hotel can accommodate thirty- 
guests, and the facilities now at hand are such 
that this number of patrons can be satisfactorily 
catered to at very short notice. The rooms are 
very comfortably furnished, and the entire premi- 
ses are kept in neat and attractive condition;, 
while the table is supplied with an abundant va- 
riety of substantial food, and the cooking and 
service are both far superior to the avernge. The 
terms of the house are uniformly moderate, and 
sucli of our readers as may have occasion to visit 
Cochituate will best serve their own interests by 
putting up at this liberally managed hotel. 



INDEX TO NOTICES. 



BANKS. 

First National Bank 25 

Marlboro Savings Bank 2R 

Natick Five Cents Savings Bank 05 

Natick National Bank 67 

People's National Bank 11 

BOOT AND SHOE MANUFACTURERS. 

Bent, Wm.. & J. M 82 

Brigham, F. , & Co 'SH 

Coolidge, T. A IG 

Dean, II. C 83 

Dean, 11. C 84 

Felch, Bros 83 

<jregory & Co 53 

Howe, S. H. Shoe Co., The 27 

Jefts, L. T 36 

Rice & Hutchins 26 

Travis, A. 1., & G. W. & Co 77 

Ward, F. L. & Co 72 

Wilson, J. (). & Co 75 

BOOT AND SHOE DEALERS. 

Barry & Waugh 30 

Boston Branch Boot and Shoe Store (L. V. 

Randall) 

Boston Shoe Store (J. F. McGlenan) 49 

Cosgrove, D. W 27 

Goodnow, C. A 84 

Moran & Buckley 67 

One Price Shoe Store (Sullivan & Hemen- 

way) 51 

Pratt & Underwood 65 

Treacy Bros 20 

BAKERS, CATERERS «fc CONFECTIONERS. 

Bartlett, C. L 20 

Blyth, Andrew ; 35 

Downs, James 76 

Grattan, C. A. (Star Bakery) 71 

Gray, J. F 78 

Masterson, Geo. J 49 

McKechnie, C. M 75 

Spofford, G. A 23 

BLACKSMITHS. 

Arbuckle, W.J 53 

Spalding, H. A 22 

Thomson, Bros 50 

CONTRACTORS AND BUILDERS. 

Andrews, J. A & Co 23 

Andrews, Henry K. W 13 

Elliott, E. J 12 

COAL AND WOOD. 

Guernsey, R. A 39 

Lawrence & VVilkins 38 

Robinson & Jones 78 

CIGAR MANUFACTURERS. 

Bliss, C. L 31 

Sansoucy, Anselme 10 

CARRIAGE MFRS. AND DEALERS. 

Taylor, Levi 14 

Weeks, C. F 15 

DRUGGISTS. 

Cochran, Geo. B 40 

Curtis, Charles L 55 

Daniels & Twitchell 77 

Home, F. B 48 

Levasseur, Geo. 31 

Lombard, LA.. 54 

Lucia, Edgar B 41 

Morse. C. H 71 

Partridge, Edw. F 43 

Rice, George 57 



DRY AND FANCY GOODS. 

Boynton & Co 10 

Chamberlin, H. F 78 

Clifford Folger & Co 56 

Danforth, A. II., Mrs 58 

Gregoire, J 24 

Ilolden. C. W 39 

Howe, Geo. C 68 

Kenealy, John, Mrs 74 

Lang, A. M 55 

Poor, G. W 41 

Randall, R. H 72 

Trowbridge, CO 48 

Wright, H. C 29 

DENTISTS. 

Chamberlin, W. C 49 

Clark, R. 14 

Nelson, M. O 66 

FURNITURE DEALERS. 

Burks, C. W 70 

Irwin, T. L 74 

Newton, A. R. , & Son 47 

Reed, E. M 72 

South Framingham Furniture Co 57 

Star Furniture Co 25 

FLOUR, GRAIN AND FEED. 

Doon & Bowers 71 

Hastings, F. J., & Co 27 

Stone, C. H 23 

Whittemore & Ewell 39 

FLORISTS. 

Nicholson, Wm 52 

Pitt, A. M 36 

GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS. 

Arnaud, Bros, (fish) 22 

Atwood, E. A 83 

Barnicle & Allen 66 

Chase & Dav 41 

Clark, Edwar'ds 69 

Cunningham, L. O 20 

Dodsou & Springer. . . 64 

Dolierty, P. F 75 

Estabrook, E. M 21 

Fitch & Foster 18 

Gauvin, Frank 19 

Holden, C. W 39 

Hunt, E. F 55 

Marshall, J. L 15 

Moore, J. M 83 

O'Brien & Conry 25 

Orient Tea Co. (E. F. Pond) 12 

Robinson, H 38 

Rowle.s. Albert E 9 

Ring, E. A 68 

Ryan, Timothy & Co 18 

Scott, Alex 21 

Small Bros, (fish) 42 

Stone, C. H 23 

Stone, L. P 77 

Stratton, Ruf us 38 

Trowbridge, CO 4b 

Union Beef Co , The (E. M. Wall) 76 

Walker, D. A. & Co 23 

Ward, W. F 51 

Wheeler, Alvin 23 

Wight. Geo. C 70 

Whilmore & Daboll 49 

Woodbury, C L 40 



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INDEX TO NOTICES. 






HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS. 

Bowers, H. C 56 

Carrigan, John 74 

Central House 19 

Cochituate House (Cochituate) 84 

Cochituate House (Natick) .... 66 

Given, S. S. , Mrs 49 

Gleason House 22 

Hudson House 41 

Mitchell House 69 

South Framingham Hotel 54 

Wilson House 73 

Windsor House 16 

Winthrop House 57 

HARDWARE, STOVES, PAINT.S, OILS, ETC. 

Adams & Crocker 21 

Fiske&Co 64 

Frost, D. 58 

Sawyer, H. L 56 

Weeks, A. C 28 

HOUSE, SIGN AND CARRIAGE PAINTERS. 

Hanlan, Wm. F 17 

Leland, F. H 76 

Roach, J. F 48 

Randall, J. H 54 

Rockwood, Geo. W 17 

Vollmer, J. E 55 

HARNESS MANUFACTURERS. 

Campbell, H. M 37 

Hall. C. E 42 

Moyse, J. B 67 

Sweeney, J B 76 

Tracy, John J 18 

Tucker, Edw. L 9 

ICE DEALERS. 

Lake Williams Ice Co 17 

Stevens, C. C 52 

INSURANCE. 

Barnes, William 24 

Burleigh, O. H 63 

Holyoke, Chas. F ' 9 

Judd, Burtis 47 

LAUNDRIES AND DYE HOI SES. 

Marlboro Dye House 24 

Marlboro Steam Laundry 18 

People's Steam Laundry (D. A. Mahony ... 68 

LIVERY, BOARDING AND FEED STABLES. 

Brigham, Frank E 29 

Brooks & Gleason 77 

Dacey & Son 16 

Daniels W. E 73 

Houghton, F. E 68 

Light, L. D 42 

Onthank, W. H 30 

Washington Street Stables (E. Ryan) 74 

Willard, Noah 12 

MILLINERY AND FANCY GOODS. 

Gregoire, J 24 

Maguire, Mary, Miss 10 

McGrath, A. F., Miss 79 

Shumway, R. L , Miss 15 

Travis, C. A., Miss 76 

Wood, A. J 50 

NEWSDEALERS, BOOKSELLERS AND 
STATIONERS. 

Fairbanks, J. B. & Son 73 

Gerald, N. R 83 

C. S. Thompson 13 



3IANUFACTURERS. 

Auburn Last Co 54 

Doherty, P. T., Estate of. 72 

Davey, J. F. (machinist) 8> 

Dawes, F. S. (cutting dies) 3^ 

Dorr, W. P. (wood turner) 10 

Fames, A. M. , & Co. (whei-ls) = 56- 

Ellis Manufacturing Co. (fillers) la 

Frank & Duston (paper boxes) 9- 

Hobbs, Geo. J. (cutting dies) 8 

Howe, E. P. (machinist) 10' 

Longley, E. F. (wooden boxes) 19- 

Millay, P. E. & Son (lasts) 35- 

Parsons, Henry (machinist) 28- 

Tower Brothers, (boot and shoe machinery). 37 
Williams, S. H. (planing-mill, also packing- 
boxes) 47 

Wise, T., Motor & Machine Co 50- 

MISCELLANEOUS. 

Cooper, Newell (shirts) 79- 

Enterprise Steam Job Office 79' 

Emerson, Samuel (soap powder) 69' 

Este, H. R. W. (dairy products 11 

Framingham, Historical Sketch of \% 

Gates, Henry (ladders, etc.) 14 

Harris, David 31 

Harvvood, H. & Sons (base balls) 75 

Howe Cement Co 79- 

Howe, A. B. & Co. (lumber and builders' 

materials) 20 

Hudson, Historical Sketch of 31 

Joslin, James T. & Kalph E. (attorneys) 40 

Marlboro Rubber Co 17 

Moulton, Ellen E. (toys, etc.) 69- 

Seifer, Jacob (clothing cleaned) 71 

Skahan, John J. (auctioneer) 29 

Warner, J. H. (music and toys) 15 

PHOTOGRAPHEKS. 

Drake, H. S 57 

Richardson, E. P 13 

Williams, F.J 70 

REAL ESTATE. 

Judd, Burtis 47 

Tucker & Young 53 

TAILORS, CLOTHIERS, HATS, CAPS, ETC. 

Beal, Leander . 65^ 

Blake, W. C. & Co 12 

Burkhill, James 36 

Carpenter, John M 24 

Graves & Jennison 42 

Hastines, F. C 51 

McGratli, M. A 58 

Whitcomb, C. H 73 

UNDERTAKERS. 

Burks, C. W 70 

Ellithorp, Levi P 36. 

Hooker, Frank E 66 

McGrath, M. A 58 

WALL PAPER, WINDOW SHADES, ETC. 

Magrath, Chas. J 19- 

Moore, Fred. A 30 

WATCHES, CLOCKS AND JEWELRY. 

Ambrose, C. W 7» 

Bemis, Geo. F 51 

Brigham & Eager 11 

Edmonds & Brown 52" 

Haynes, Wm. W 48 

Marshall, E. M 64 

Mossman, AM 37 

Squire, Geo. F 30 

Thompson, D. E 58 



